Alikhanov announced the completion of tests of the IL-114-300 aircraft

The IL-114-300 passenger aircraft has completed flight tests. This was announced on April 2 by the head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov on the sidelines of the International Transport and Logistics Forum.

"The package of evidentiary documentation has been submitted to Aviaregistra for examination, <...> upon completion of the review of the documentation, the Federal Air Transport Agency will approve the main change," the minister said.

Alikhanov added that the conclusion of contracts with airlines will depend on certification, which is expected in May. The delivery of three sides is planned this year.

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Dmitry Yadrov, head of the Federal Air Transport Agency, announced on March 20 that certification for the production of domestic IL-114-300, MC-21 and SJ-100 aircraft would take place during this year. It was noted that all tests on the IL-114-300 have been completed, and the certificate is scheduled to be issued in May-June of this year. At the same time, engine certification for the Sukhoi Superjet (SJ-100) PD-8 is expected in May-June of this year.

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