Although not officially confirmed, a number of online "insiders" are reporting that the Russian Air Force may be leaving the red star in favor of a three-color star of the Russian flag. Some FSB airframes have been spotted carrying the new insignia. Awaiting further notice...
http://www.airliners.net/photo/Russia---Air/Antonov-An-72P/1241600/L/
http://scalemodels.ru/modules/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5390&highlight=
3/27/08
Setting of the Red Star?
Posted by EB at 20:50