Translated with AI from the Russian original.

The Aeroflot Group expects to receive the first domestic MC-21 aircraft in 2026. The carrier is currently actively working with the manufacturer on customizing the aircraft.

This was announced by Ivan Batanov, Director of the Revenue and Network Management Department of the company, during the PRO//Motion passenger forum.

We are the first to expect additional aircraft in 2026, the MC-21. And we are now actively working with the manufacturer on customizing this aircraft.
Ivan Batanov, Director of the Aeroflot Department

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin previously reported that the authorities expect the first deliveries of the MC-21 aircraft to airlines could begin as early as 2025.

First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov noted that Russia is trying to "fit" into the timeframe for the start of mass production of the MC-21 planned for 2025.

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