Russia turns to grounded Boeing 747s and other aging aircraft to expand commercial fleets
Western sanctions are reportedly forcing airlines such as Rossiya to reactivate jets, some more than 30 years old
Il-96
Russia extends Tu-214, Il-96, An-124 airworthiness program to 2027
Restoration and modernization of at least 12 old aircraft is one of the paths being attempted by the Russian government to meet the demand of local airlines
Russia to convert four-engine Il-96 into two-engine jet
Director of manufacturer UEC-Aviadvigatel stated that conversion will be possible with the new PD-35 turbofan, which is being developed
Russia to spend $300 million to get 11 old jets back in flight
Tu-204, Il-96 and An-124 aircraft belong to the state-owned UAC, but use has not been clarified
New Russian jetliners are also being affected by trade sanctions
Russian government admits difficulties with the MC-21 and SSJ100 programs due to the suspension of the supply of foreign components
Contrary to the market, Russia invests in four-engine passenger jet
Updated and larger version of widebody Il-96 is being assembled at manufacturer VASO