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Russian aviation: real progress or imitation of success?
Introduction
The recent successful flight of a Superjet aircraft with Russian PD-8 engines was presented in the Russian media as a landmark event in the history of domestic aviation. However, in order to objectively assess the significance of this achievement, it is important to consider it in the context of the general situation in the Russian aviation industry, compare it with international standards and analyze the real pace of development of the aviation industry in Russia.
Why is it important to analyze this event?
Import substitution and the reality of production – Is Russia really capable of independently producing competitive aircraft engines? How much does current achievement reflect real progress?
Comparison with world leaders – What production volumes and technological level do Boeing, Airbus and Chinese COMAC demonstrate? Is Russia lagging behind, and if so, by how much?
Long term prospects – Is Russian aviation capable of entering the world market and reducing dependence on foreign technologies?
This article examines the current state of the Russian aviation industry, analyzes the achievements presented and compares them with global trends.
The Superjet prototype successfully completed its first flight with Russian PD-8 engines in Komsomolsk-on-Amur. The test lasted about 40 minutes, during which the plane reached a speed of 500 km/h and an altitude of 3000 meters. The crew noted the stable operation of the power plant and the completion of the flight mission.
PD-8 is a two-circuit turbofan engine with a thrust of 8 tons, designed for the Superjet and the Be-200 amphibious aircraft. During its development, technologies used earlier in the PD-14 engine were used. Engine certification is expected to be completed this fall.
Previously, Superjets used Russian-French SaM146 engines, which were dependent on foreign suppliers. Development of the PD-8 began in 2019 as part of the import substitution program. According to the plan, completely domestic Superjets with Russian airframes, avionics and engines will go into mass production by 2027.
Sources:
Rostec (state corporation)
Komsomolskaya Pravda (pro-Moscow media)
Stated "facts" from sources:
First flight with Russian PD-8 engines – tests took place in Komsomolsk-on-Amur, the plane was in the air for 40 minutes, reached 500 km/h and an altitude of 3000 m.
Crew composition – Dmitry Demenev, Igor Grevtsev, Maxim Gryukanov.
Engine PD-8 – double-circuit turbofan, 8 tons of thrust, designed for Superjet and Be-200.
Previously used SaM146 engine – Russian-French, with problems in operation and dependence on foreign suppliers.
Development of PD-8 began in 2019 – within the framework of the import substitution program.
Until the end of March 2025 – transfer of two more experimental PD-8 engines for testing.
Certification of PD-8 is expected in the fall of 2025.
Completely imported Superjets – production with Russian components is planned, serial deliveries to airlines from 2027.
40 aircraft are planned to be transferred to airlines.
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1. First flight with Russian PD-8 engines
Veracity check: Confirmed by a statement from Rostec and a number of Russian media.
Reconciliation with precedents from the manufacturer (ODK):
PD-8 is a “light” version of PD-14, but its development was delayed due to technological difficulties.
Previously, UEC experienced problems with engine certification (for example, PD-14, which dragged on for years).
Reconciliation with cases from the customer (Rostec):
Rostec has previously made “high-profile” announcements, for example, with import substitution in MS-21, but the deadlines were constantly shifted.
Reconciliation with cases at the recipient (airline):
Russian air carriers previously experienced difficulties with the SaM146, but purchased Western aircraft en masse (before the sanctions).
So far, no airline has expressed a clear readiness to receive the Superjet from the PD-8.
2. Crew composition
Veracity check: Confirmed by Rostec’s statement, but is not of fundamental importance.
UEC has precedents: Test flights with factory crews are standard practice.
Cases from the customer: Rostec usually does not advertise the names of pilots if the result is questionable.
Cases at the recipient: Airlines care not about the names of the pilots, but about the test results.
3. PD-8 engine – double-circuit turbofan, 8 tons of thrust
Veracity check: Yes, the parameters correspond to official data.
UEC has precedents:
The PD-14 engine for the MS-21 has been developed for 10+ years.
Finalization of the PD-8 could take longer than stated.
Cases from the customer:
Rostec promised 100% localization, but technologies for turbine blades and electronic control remain imported.
Cases at the recipient:
Airlines are waiting for operational tests, not just applications.
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1. First flight with Russian PD-8 engines
Veracity check: Confirmed by a statement from Rostec and a number of Russian media.
Reconciliation with precedents from the manufacturer (ODC):
PD-8 is a “light” version of PD-14, but its development was delayed due to technological difficulties.
Previously, UEC experienced problems with engine certification (for example, PD-14, which dragged on for years).
Reconciliation with cases from the customer (Rostec):
Rostec has previously made “high-profile” announcements, for example, with import substitution in MS-21, but the deadlines were constantly shifted.
Reconciliation with cases at the recipient (airline):
Russian air carriers previously experienced difficulties with the SaM146, but purchased Western aircraft en masse (before the sanctions).
So far, no airline has expressed a clear readiness to receive the Superjet from the PD-8.
2. Crew composition
Veracity check: Confirmed by Rostec’s statement, but is not of fundamental importance.
UEC has precedents: Test flights with factory crews are standard practice.
Cases from the customer: Rostec usually does not advertise the names of pilots if the result is questionable.
Cases at the recipient: Airlines care not about the names of the pilots, but about the test results.
3. PD-8 engine – double-circuit turbofan, 8 tons of thrust
Veracity check: Yes, the parameters correspond to official data.
UEC has precedents:
The PD-14 engine for the MS-21 has been developed for 10+ years.
Finalization of the PD-8 could take longer than stated.
Cases from the customer:
Rostec promised 100% localization, but technologies for turbine blades and electronic control remain imported.
Cases at the recipient:
Airlines are waiting for operational tests, not just applications.
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#Russia #aviation #Superjet #PD8 #import substitution #aviation industry #technology #worldaviation #Boeing #Airbus #COMAC #production #export #aircraft engines #news
Bibliography:
Aviation industry of Russia – Wikipedia. Accessed: January 2025. Source: public encyclopedia.
Boeing and Airbus deliveries in 2018 – Official reports from Boeing and Airbus. Accessed: January 2025. Source: official websites of manufacturers.
Development of the Chinese Aviation Industry (COMAC C919) – China Daily. Accessed: January 2024. Source: Chinese state media.
Development and production of PD-14 – Wikipedia. Accessed: January 2025. Source: public encyclopedia.
Global aircraft engine market – IATA Report, 2023. Source: International Aviation Association.

Russia’s Superjet Powered by Domestic PD-8 Engine Performs Maiden Flight:

https://defensemirror.com/news/39070/Russia___s_Superjet_Powered_by_Domestic_PD_8_Engine_Performs_Maiden_Flight

#Russia #Superjet #PD8Engine #Aviation #FlightTest #Aircraft #RussianAviation #UnitedAircraftCorporation #Rostec #Yakovlev #UnitedEngineCorporation #PD8 #ImportSubstitution

Russia’s Superjet Powered by Domestic PD-8 Engine Performs Maiden Flight:

https://defensemirror.com/news/39070/Russia___s_Superjet_Powered_by_Domestic_PD_8_Engine_Performs_Maiden_Flight

#Russia #Superjet #PD8Engine #Aviation #FlightTest #Aircraft #RussianAviation #UnitedAircraftCorporation #Rostec #Yakovlev #UnitedEngineCorporation #PD8 #ImportSubstitution

#KRITIS Sektor #Transport und #Verkehr

Russischer #Passagierjet fängt auf türkischem #Flughafen Feuer

"Im #Triebwerk der Maschine vom Typ Sukhoi #Superjet 100 habe es einen Brand gegeben"
https://www.msn.com/de-de/nachrichten/politik/russischer-passagierjet-f%C3%A4ngt-auf-t%C3%BCrkischem-flughafen-feuer/ar-AA1uFDRc

corriere.it by Gianni Favero
Superjet, il ministero avverte: «Non abbiamo il potere di sbloccare le quote russe»

Leopoldo Destro (Confindustria Veneto Est): «Abbiamo attivato ogni canale perché il Comitato per la sicurezza finanziaria analizzi la questione al più presto»

Translated:
Superjet, the ministry warns: "We do not have the power to unlock Russian quotas."

Leopoldo Destro (Confindustria Veneto Est): "We have activated every channel so that the Financial Security Committee analyzes the issue as soon as possible."

#LeopoldoDestro #Superjet #Russia
https://corrieredelveneto.corriere.it/notizie/venezia-mestre/economia/24_ottobre_05/superjet-il-ministero-avverte-non-abbiamo-il-potere-di-sbloccare-le-quote-russe-41a25aac-9899-42f7-b279-2abb11269xlk.shtml

corriere.it by Alessandro Zuin
Superjet, qualcuno tra quelli che contano vuole occuparsi seriamente della vicenda?

L’azienda aeronautica di Venezia legata alla Russia e le sanzioni che bloccano la cessione al fondo arabo interessato mentre incombe il rischio della liquidazione

Translated:
Superjet, is anyone important going to seriously address this situation?

The Venetian aeronautical company linked to Russia and the sanctions blocking the sale to the interested Arab fund, while the risk of liquidation looms.

#Italy #Russia #Egypt #Superjet #Venetian #Arab
https://corrieredelveneto.corriere.it/notizie/venezia-mestre/economia/24_ottobre_04/superjet-qualcuno-tra-quelli-che-contano-vuole-occuparsi-seriamente-della-vicenda-619599bc-2398-42dc-b77a-81e7b7d7axlk.shtml

corriere.it by Gianni Favero
SuperJet, le sanzioni e l’inerzia del ministero dell’Economia: «La Regione dimostri se conta a Roma»

L’affondo di Vincenzo Marinese (Confindustria) sull’azienda aeronautica: c’è un fondo arabo interessato ma le quote sono «congelate» per le sanzioni alla Russia. E aleggia il dubbio: «Forse l’azienda non interessa all’Italia»

Translated:
Superjet sanctions and the Ministry of Economy's inertia: "The Region demonstrate if it counts in Rome."

Vincenzo Marinese (Confindustria) stresses a potential Arab fund's interest in the aeronautical company, but shares are "frozen" due to sanctions on Russia. There is a lingering doubt: "Perhaps the company is no longer of interest to Italy."

#VincenzoMarinese #Confindustria #SaudiArabia #Russia #Italy #Superjet #Arab #Rome
https://corrieredelveneto.corriere.it/notizie/venezia-mestre/economia/24_ottobre_04/superjet-le-sanzioni-e-l-inerzia-del-ministero-dell-economia-la-regione-dimostri-se-conta-a-roma-1a7eb50f-a5c5-4e0c-9304-edb7ce998xlk.shtml

corriere.it by Paolo Guidone
Superjet, la deadline si avvicina: «Il governo sblocchi la cessione»

Le quote della proprietà russa dell’azienda aeronautica sono congelate dalle sanzioni, incombe la liquidazione dello stabilimento di Tessera con 115 addetti

Translated:
Superjet, the deadline is approaching: «The government unblock the delivery»

The shares of the Russian property of the aerospace company are frozen by sanctions, the liquidation of the Tessera plant with 115 employees looms.

#Russia #Italy #Superjet
https://corrieredelveneto.corriere.it/notizie/venezia-mestre/economia/24_ottobre_03/superjet-la-deadline-si-avvicina-il-governo-sblocchi-la-cessione-d470219a-0c1e-4137-8d4e-ab7b2a09axlk.shtml

The number of aviation accidents involving #Sukhoi #Superjet has more than doubled over the past two years, reports the specialized telegram channel Aviaincident. According to his calculations, in 2021 Superjets broke down at least 134 times, in 2022 - 181, in 2023 - 289 (compared to 2021, the increase was 115%).

Most often during the mentioned period, Superjet engines and landing gear broke down.

https://www.moscowtimes.ru/2024/07/27/chislo-avarii-superdzhetov-podskochilo-na115-posle-sanktsii-zapada-protiv-rossiiskoi-aviatsii-a137972

#Ukraine #Russia

RA-89001, Sukhoi Superjet 100-95B, Iraero, landing on Runway 23Right at Manchester Airport, bringing in the Rostov-on-Don football team for a UEFA Europa League game against Manchester United the following night.

F-GPMA, Airbus A319-113, Air Inter Europe, in basic Air France colours, being towed at Paris Orly, 22nd September 1996.

G-APRL, Armstrong-Whitworth Argosy 101, Elan Air/DHL, on display at Midland Air Museum, Coventry Airport, 8th May 1993.

#A319 #airbus #AirInterEurope #Argosy #ArmstrongWhitworth #Coventry #CVT #dhl #EGBE #egcc #ElanAir #Iraero #lfpo #man #manchester #MidlandAirMuseum #museum #orly #ory #paris #Runway23R #southside #SSJ #Sukhoi #SuperJet

https://mancavgeek.co.uk/2023/09/22/photo-of-the-day-22nd-september-2023/

Closeup rear view of the body of a 4 propellor-engined cargo plane on display outside a museum, facing directly away from the camera. The plane's body is mostly grey, with a maroon belly, and 3 maroon stripes along the middle. The plane's body is actually quite short, with the twin tails carried on booms coming from the backs of the inner engines, the camera here being between and below these booms. In the background, a grey building is visible under the wing on left, with cars parked along a road that stretches across the frame. Beyond all this, the sky is a light grey.

Side view of a twin engined jet airliner being towed from left to right by a small blue tug attached to it's nose wheel. The plane is mostly white, with red and blue "Air Inter Europe" titles on the upper forward fuselage. There are a series of blue and red diagonal stripes omn the tail. In the background, a white jet airliner with the engines mounted on the rear fuselage is taxiing toward this plane, with a row of buses lined up next to a low building on the upper left of the frame. The airfield stretches off into the distant, slowly vanishing in to haze.

Side view of a twin engined jet airliner taxiing from right to left immediately after landing on a runway. The plane is mostly white, with blue "IRAERO" titles on the upper forward fuselage. The registration "RA-89001" is on the upper rear fuselage, next to a Russian flag (equal white, red, and blue horizntal bands). The tail is white, with a blue arrowhead facing forwards. In the foreground, large areas of grey taxiway with yellow and blaxck lines and other red and white markings fill the lower third of the frame. In the background, a couple of planes can be seen on the right under this planes rear fuselage, partially obscured by jellied air, while on the left, a large tower stretches out of the top of the frame. Behind it all, the sky is a blue-grey.

#Aerotelegraph - Besuch in Russland: Schielt Air Koryo auf den Superjet 100? - https://www.aerotelegraph.com/schaute-sich-kim-jong-un-den-superjet-100-fuer-air-koryo-an #superjet_100 #komsomolsk #Flugzeuge #nordkorea #yakovlelv #russland #superjet #tupolev #tu-204

#Aerotelegraph - Plan: Superjet wird künftig in Arabischen Emiraten gebaut - https://www.aerotelegraph.com/superjet-wird-kuenftig-in-arabischen-emiraten-gebaut #vereinigte_arabische_emirate #superjet_international #Flugzeuge #russland #superjet #dubai #uac

Die russische Flugzeugbauindustrie macht vorwärts beim neuen Triebwerk für den #Superjet (aerotelegraph).
Ilyushin Il-76 hebt mit dem neuen #Triebwerk ab. Jetzt wird das Aviadvigatel PD-8 im Flug getestet.
#Luftfahrt #Dusenjet
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