UAC Plans Contract with Aeroflot for MC-21 Jets
Russia’s UAC expects to sign contract with Aeroflot
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The United Aircraft Company (UAC) anticipates signing a contract with Aeroflot for 90 MC-21 passenger jets, expected to be delivered in 2026. CEO Vadim Badekha mentioned that key parameters have been agreed upon and negotiations for preferential financing are underway.
- 01UAC plans to deliver a second lot of 90 MC-21 jets to Aeroflot by 2026.
- 02The first lot of 18 aircraft is already under contract and in production.
- 03Negotiations for preferential financing formats are ongoing due to high lease payment rates.
- 04Key parameters for the new contract have been agreed upon with Aeroflot.
- 05The announcement was made ahead of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
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The United Aircraft Company (UAC) is preparing to sign a contract with Aeroflot for the delivery of a second batch of MC-21 passenger jets, with expectations set for 2026. CEO Vadim Badekha revealed in an interview that discussions are ongoing for 90 aircraft, with key parameters already agreed upon. The company aims to finalize the contract within the year, as the high lease payment rates significantly influence financing options. UAC is also negotiating for preferential financing formats to ease the financial burden. The first batch of 18 MC-21 jets has already been contracted and is currently in production, marking a significant step in UAC's collaboration with Aeroflot.
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The contract for the MC-21 jets could enhance Aeroflot's fleet capabilities and support the Russian aviation industry's growth.
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