MC-21 Passenger Jet's Flight Range to Be Increased to 4,000 km
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- The confirmed flight range of Russia's MC-21 passenger jet will be increased to 4,000 km, according to Vadim Badekha, CEO of the United Aircraft Company.
- This extended range is expected to cover 80-90% of current airline route networks.
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The MC-21 is a Russian-made passenger jet. Its flight range is a key parameter for its operational viability and market competitiveness.
MOSCOW, June 2. /TASS/. The confirmed flight range of the Russian passenger jet MC-21 will be increased to 4,000 km, CEO of the United Aircraft Company (UAC) Vadim Badekha told TASS in an interview on the verge of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
"We plan to confirm the range up to 4,000 km as part of conducted certification tests. This is a good piece of news," he noted.
The parameters are generally satisfactory for airlines because they cover 80-90% of the current route network, the chief executive added.
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The MC-21 will achieve certification for its 4,000 km flight range.
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أسئلة مفتوحة
- When will the certification tests confirming the 4,000 km range be completed?
- What specific routes will this increased range enable for airlines?
- What are the current confirmed flight range parameters of the MC-21?
- What are the specific technical modifications, if any, required to achieve the 4,000 km range?
