
The head of the department, Anton Alikhanov, reported on the progress of certification of Russian airliners
AI-generated summary
Russia is implementing an import substitution program in the aviation industry due to sanctions. MC-21 and SJ-100 are key projects to replace foreign airliners.
MOSCOW, September 8 - RIA Novosti. Russian import-substituted MS-21 and Superjet aircraft will complete test certification programs in the near future, Anton Alikhanov, head of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, commented on the results of the strategic session on technology policy.
“Two aircraft models have already received certificates. Two more updated ones - Superjet and MC-21 - will complete their test certification programs in the near future,” the minister said.
MS-21 is a medium-range narrow-body aircraft developed by the Yakovlev Corporation (part of UAC Rostec). The capacity of the new generation aircraft ranges from 163 to 211 passengers. The transfer of serial imported MC-21 aircraft to Russian airlines is expected after completion of certification tests and approval of the Federal Air Transport Agency in 2027.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Completion of SJ-100 certification in spring 2025
Likely · Within months
Start of deliveries of serial MC-21 in 2027
Likely · Within years

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