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Russia To Reengine SSJ-100 Fleet With PD-8 Turbofans

June 26, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Russia plans to reengine SSJ-100 fleet with PD-8 turbofans.
Replacement for Franco-Russian SaM146 engines.
Program to launch by year-end.
Funding secured within Ministry of Industry and Commerce budget.

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Strategic Implications

This move may indicate Russia's efforts to reduce dependence on foreign technology and increase self-sufficiency in its aerospace industry. The replacement of SaM146 engines with indigenous PD-8 turbofans suggests a shift towards domestic production, which could have implications for the global supply chain and Russia's relationships with international partners.

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What Happened

Indigenous Engines To Replace SaM146 In Sukhoi Superjet 100

Russia’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce is set to launch a program to replace the Franco-Russian SaM146 engines that power the Sukhoi Superjet 100 fleet with indigenous PD-8 turbofans. The move aims to increase self-sufficiency in Russia’s aerospace industry and reduce dependence on foreign technology. According to Aviation Week, the program is expected to launch by year-end, with funding secured within the ministry’s budget.

Companies Mentioned

Sukhoi Safran Russia's Ministry of Industry and Commerce

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Russia To Reengine SSJ-100 Fleet With PD-8 Turbofans

June 26, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Russia plans to reengine SSJ-100 fleet with PD-8 turbofans.
Replacement for Franco-Russian SaM146 engines.
Program to launch by year-end.
Funding secured within Ministry of Industry and Commerce budget.

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Strategic Implications

This move may indicate Russia's efforts to reduce dependence on foreign technology and increase self-sufficiency in its aerospace industry. The replacement of SaM146 engines with indigenous PD-8 turbofans suggests a shift towards domestic production, which could have implications for the global supply chain and Russia's relationships with international partners.

Sign in to view strategic implications Get full access to strategic analysis and expert insights.

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What Happened

Indigenous Engines To Replace SaM146 In Sukhoi Superjet 100

Russia’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce is set to launch a program to replace the Franco-Russian SaM146 engines that power the Sukhoi Superjet 100 fleet with indigenous PD-8 turbofans. The move aims to increase self-sufficiency in Russia’s aerospace industry and reduce dependence on foreign technology. According to Aviation Week, the program is expected to launch by year-end, with funding secured within the ministry’s budget.

Companies Mentioned

Sukhoi Safran Russia's Ministry of Industry and Commerce