Rostec had planned to deliver 12 aircraft in 2026, while the MS-21 has now been pushed to the same timeframe

Two turbofans have been handed over for installation after the Russian engine received type certification in June

Russian manufacturer also claims certification work is advancing on MC-21, SJ-100 and Il-114-300 programs

Moscow expects the import-substituted regional aircraft to receive certification later this year, with serial production projected for 2027

The flight campaign was conducted from Talagi Airport in Arkhangelsk between March 12 and 30 and aims for certification of the three commercial aircraft in 2026

Domestic aircraft programs approach entry into service after delays and redesigns

Aircraft differ in capacity, maturity and industrial backing as New Delhi seeks local manufacturing

The joint venture aims to open up the market for the Russian-made variant of the Superjet, but faces uncertainties regarding the capabilities of the two state-owned companies

Aircraft will appear outside Russia for the first time at the Hyderabad exhibition

Russian manufacturer studies a 120–130-seat Superjet derivative with domestic systems