Russia’s SJ-100 and MC-21 Face a Critical Engine Production Challenge
Russia's aspiration to increase domestic aircraft production is confronted with a critical industrial challenge: the production of an adequate number of engines to power...
Russia’s Il-114-300 Set for December Delivery as MC-21 and SJ-100 Face 2027 Test
Russia is preparing to start commercial deliveries of its Il-114-300 regional turboprop aircraft in December 2026. The MC-21 and SJ-100 passenger jets are anticipated to...
Ethiopia Gets 12 Russian Su-35 Fighters—But Where Did They Come From?
Ethiopia has reportedly received 12 Su-35SE multirole fighter jets from Russia, which represents a major development in the African nation's military aviation modernization initiative. Ethiopian state...
Russia’s Il-78M-90A Returns to the Spotlight—Is China Preparing a Major Order?
Fresh images of a newly assembled Russian Il-78M-90A aerial refueling aircraft has reignited speculation about a potential export deal with China. In late October...
Russia Will Share Its Aviation Secrets With India—But There’s a Catch
India is emerging as a potential manufacturing partner for Russia's passenger aircraft, as the country is preparing its domestic aviation industry for a new...