UAC expects to sign contract for second lot of MC-21 jets to Aeroflot in 2026
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- The United Aircraft Company (UAC) anticipates signing a contract in 2026 for a second batch of 90 MC-21 passenger jets to Aeroflot.
- Discussions are underway for preferential financing options, as the first lot of 18 aircraft is already in production.
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Why It Matters
The United Aircraft Company (UAC) is discussing a contract for a second lot of MC-21 passenger jets with Aeroflot. The first lot of 18 aircraft is already in production.
MOSCOW, June 2. /TASS/. The United Aircraft Company (UAC) expects to sign a contract for delivery of the second lot of MC-21 passenger jets to Aeroflot in 2026, CEO Vadim Badekha told TASS in an interview on the verge of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
"The second lot of 90 aircraft is being discussed. Key parameters were agreed upon for them with Aeroflot. We expect we will be able to sign the contract this year. The high rate significantly affects the lease payment amount and we hope to negotiate preferential financing formats," the chief executive said.
The first lot of 18 aircraft was already contracted by Aeroflot and production is in progress, Badekha added.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Contract for the second lot of 90 MC-21 passenger jets will be signed.
Very likely
Open Questions
- What are the specific key parameters agreed upon for the second lot?
- What are the proposed preferential financing formats?
- What is the timeline for the production and delivery of the second lot of 90 aircraft?
- What is the total value of the expected contract?
