Rostec Aims to Finalize SJ-100 Flight Trials by Fall 2023
Rostec expects to complete SJ-100 flight trials by fall — CEO

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Rostec State Corporation plans to complete flight tests of the SJ-100 passenger jet by fall 2023, according to CEO Sergey Chemezov. The aircraft has already conducted over 180 flights, with production expected to start next year, following certification of its PD-8 engines.
- 01The SJ-100 has completed over 180 flights, achieving more than 80% of the required tests for certification.
- 0242 units of the SJ-100 have been contracted to date.
- 03The aircraft is designed for short-haul flights and can carry 100 passengers.
- 04The SJ-100 features Russian PD-8 engines and is part of import substitution efforts.
- 05Large-scale production is anticipated to commence next year.
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Rostec State Corporation is on track to finalize the flight test program for its SJ-100 passenger jet by fall 2023, as stated by CEO Sergey Chemezov during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). The successful certification of the PD-8 engine is a significant milestone, bringing the Superjet-100 closer to completion. The SJ-100, a short-haul narrow-body aircraft designed to accommodate 100 passengers, has already completed over 180 flights, surpassing 80% of the necessary tests for certification. Currently, 42 aircraft of this model have been contracted, indicating strong market interest. The SJ-100 is equipped with domestically produced systems and engines, aligning with Russia's import substitution strategy. Rostec plans to initiate large-scale production of the aircraft next year, marking a significant step in the country's aviation sector. The SPIEF, taking place from June 3-6, emphasizes the need for a new model of global development amid economic transformations.
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The completion of the SJ-100 flight tests and subsequent production will bolster the Russian aviation industry and reduce reliance on foreign aircraft.
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