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5 Soviet & Russian-Built Airliners That Have Defined The Country's Commercial Aviation Sector Over The Years

The long history of Soviet and Russian-produced airliners continues today.

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MC-21 Delay: Russia's Homegrown Boeing 737 MAX Competitor Now Expected In 2025/2026

The MC-21 has suffered another delay, with Rostec's CEO not specifying which tests the aircraft still has to pass before its certification.

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Ryanair Boeing 737 landing at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Ryanair CEO: "If It Was Free I Wouldn't Take A Russian Aircraft"

Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary denied any interest in taking in Russian-made aircraft.

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Aeroflot Will Take Over 60 New Russian Aircraft By 2025

The Russian flag carrier will lease the domestically produced jets at special rates from Rostec subsidiary.

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Sanctions: What Happened To Russian Aviation During 2022?

Let's take a look at how the year started and how it has unfolded since the fateful events of February 24.

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First MC-21 Destined For Rossiya Spotted In Full Livery

The aircraft will now be sent back to Moscow for flight instructor training and network planning.

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Irkut Removes Pratt & Whitney Engine Option From The MC-21

The new narrowbody will now only be available with the homegrown Aviadvigatel PD-14 engine, designated as the MC-21-310.

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MC-21 at DAS
Russia To Expedite MC-21 Development Amid International Sanctions

The Russian government says the project is now 'complicated', but work continues. It may also boost production of the Tu-204 and Il-96.

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