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Yakovlev Moves Third Serial MC-21-310 Into Flight-Test Preparation

12.10.2026

Photo credit © United Aircraft Corporation Yakovlev has moved a third serial-production MC-21-310 airliner, manufacturer’s serial number MC.0016, to the flight-test division at the Irkutsk […]
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Russia’s 3D PKL Passive Radar Detects Small UAVs Without Active Transmission

12.10.2026

Photo by © Roselectronics Holding press service Russia’s Ruselectronics holding has developed a three-dimensional passive coherent locator, designated 3D PKL, for detecting small unmanned aerial […]
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MC-21 Program: Monthly Digest — September 2026

09.10.2026

Photo © Aviation of Russia September marked a shift towards more defined production planning for Russia’s MC-21 narrowbody programme. Aeroflot signed a contract for 90 […]
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Irkutsk Aircraft Plant Advances Third Production MC-21-310 To Flight-Test Stage

09.10.2026

Photo credit © United Aircraft Corporation Irkutsk Aircraft Plant (IAZ) has transferred the third production MC-21-310 airliner, serial number MC.0016, to its flight-test division as […]
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SJ-100 Certification Campaign Assesses Satellite-Guided Approach Accuracy in Belarus

08.10.2026

Photo credit © Dmitry Molokovitch The SJ-100 regional jet is undergoing certification flight testing in Belarus, with the campaign focusing on autopilot performance and the […]
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Russia Funds VK-650V Engine Life Extension And Operating Envelope Expansion

05.10.2026

Photo © UEC (United Engine Corporation) The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade has allocated RUB 1.96 billion (USD 21.5 million) for development work aimed […]
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