A controversial discussion about the future of the Russian aircraft industry has been sparked after Sergei Alexandrovsky, head of the Aeroflot Group, proposed replacing the Tupolev Tu-214 in favor of more modern aircraft such as the MS-21. The government in Moscow is reluctant to accept this proposal.
The first Tu-214 was originally scheduled to be delivered to airline customers, but production has stalled significantly. The MS-21, whose serial production is not expected until 2026, and the Russified Sukhoi Superjet are also affected by delays. This is leading to a debate about whether Aeroflot should reconsider its order for up to 40 Tu-214s.
Alexandrovsky particularly criticized the outdated cockpit of the Tu-214 and favored a complete conversion of the fleet to the MS-21. The United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), responsible for production, has not yet commented on the statements, while the new Russian Industry and Trade Minister, Anton Alikhanov, announced talks to clarify the matter.
No aircraft deliveries from Russia are expected for 2024 and probably also for 2025. The future of the country’s aviation industry therefore remains uncertain, especially with regard to the ability to deliver the MS-21 and Tu-214. A solution to the differences between Aeroflot and the government is pending overnight.
The article Debate about Russian aircraft production: Aeroflot and the future of Tu-214 and MS-21 first appeared on Aviation.Direct.
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