PD-26 or PD-35? Inside Russia’s High-Stakes Engine Recalibration of Its Aviation Future
Russia's aviation engine industry is currently reassessing its strategy due to technology goals, industry limitations, and the urgent need for engines made in the...
Aurus-Aero Surprise: Is the Tu-324 Design Finally Making a Comeback with the PD-8 Engine?
Ulyanovsk has unveiled an ambitious new aviation initiative: by 2030, the region intends to assemble its first fuel-efficient, 60-seat civilian aircraft. The statement was...
190 Flights Completed: The Il-114-300 Is Almost Ready for Regional Service
The Russian regional turboprop passenger aircraft Il-114-300 continues to advance steadily through its certification process. New photographs dated November 16 and 19, 2025, depict...
After a Massive Retrofit, Russia’s Second MC-21 Joins Testing
Russia’s second MC-21 aircraft, completely outfitted with domestically manufactured systems, has officially started its certification program for flight testing. The Yakovlev Design Bureau, part...
Why Russia Wants Its Next Big Air Hub in Africa—And What It Means for Travelers
Alexey Buevich, Deputy Head of the Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya), has put forth a forward-thinking proposal that could completely change Russia's approach to...