Russia's Superjet Program Nears Completion with 80% of Flight Tests Done

Russia is making significant progress with its Superjet flight program, with plans to complete it by the end of this year. According to Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov, the imported-substituted Superjet has already completed over 80% of its flight program. The next step will be to obtain a certificate, which is expected to happen by the end of 2026 or the first quarter of 2027. This milestone is crucial for the country's aviation industry, as the Superjet is a key project in the program to replace imported systems and components. The SJ-100 is a short- to medium-haul narrow-body aircraft, and its certification is a major priority for the Russian government. With the certification process underway, the aircraft manufacturer in Komsomolsk-on-Amur can start delivering the planes to airlines. The progress made so far is a significant achievement, and the successful completion of the program will be a major boost to Russia's aviation industry. As the country continues to work towards reducing its reliance on imported components, the Superjet program is an important step in the right direction.