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Russia's MC-21 Jet Soars on Domestic Parts
13 Aug
Summary
- First import-substituted MC-21-310 aircraft completed a long-haul flight.
- The aircraft covered over 4,000 kilometers nonstop.
- This flight demonstrates the reliability of domestic components and systems.
The first production-line MC-21-310 aircraft, featuring import-substituted components, has successfully completed a long-distance flight from Irkutsk to Zhukovsky. Piloted by a crew of test pilots and engineers, the flight lasted nearly six hours, covering over 4,000 kilometers at high altitude and speed.
This milestone flight demonstrated the robust performance of the aircraft's underlying design and its domestically integrated systems. Following the routine flight, specialists will conduct a thorough inspection and prepare the airliner for its customer's livery. The United Aircraft Corporation highlighted that certification flights are ongoing and production chains are established for serial manufacturing.
The MC-21 is designed as a short-to-medium-range passenger jet to serve as a domestic alternative to previous models and foreign aircraft in the Russian market. This successful flight signals readiness for new orders and continued development.
