The general constructor of the enterprise Vsevolod Eliseev «ODK-Klimov» (part of United Engine Corporation «Rostech») in an interview TASS reported that the mass production of TV7-117ST-01 engines for the newest Russian aircraft Il-114-300 will start next year.
«Two engines are already "on the wing", the rest of the engines are under revision after the first stage of testing. Also planned is a pre-series release for three aircraft. Starting from the first quarter of 2024, we plan to supply at least six more engines in serial appearance to support the Il-114-300 program», - said Vsevolod Eliseev. He also reported that Il-114-300 is now preparing to undergo flight and certification tests, in which three aircraft will participate.
Il-114-300 is supposed to replace the retiring An-24. Work on the deeply modernized Il-114-300 was opened in 2015, plans - delivery of up to 100 aircraft by 20230.