Beriev Be-103

Be-103
General information
TypeAmphibian
DesignerBeriev
Built byKnAAPO
StatusIn production
History
Introduction date2003
First flight15 July 1997

The Beriev Be-103 (in English sometimes called "Snipe") is an amphibious seaplane designed by Beriev and constructed by the Komsomolsk-on-Amur Aircraft Production Association (KnAAPO) in Russia. Intended for autonomous operation in the unmarked areas of Russia's far north and Siberia, the Be-103 was designed for short-haul routes in regions that have rivers, lakes and streams, but are otherwise inaccessible.