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Aeroflot Expands MC-21 Fleet Plan to 108 Aircraft

September 21, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Aeroflot orders 90 more MC-21 aircraft.
Total MC-21 fleet plan now at 108 aircraft.
Deliveries to start in 2029.
Contract includes flight simulators and training services.

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Strategic Implications

Aeroflot's expanded MC-21 order may indicate a significant shift towards domestic aircraft production, which could reduce dependence on foreign suppliers and suggests a long-term commitment to the MC-21 program.

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What Happened

Russian Flag Carrier Commits to Domestic Narrowbody Program

Aeroflot has signed an agreement to purchase 90 additional MC-21 aircraft, bringing its total fleet plan for the narrowbody airliner to 108. The deal includes provisions for flight simulators, flight crew training, and services for 22 years. Deliveries are expected to start in 2029, with the first 14 units arriving that year, followed by 18 in 2030, 24 in 2031, and 34 in 2032. This move is part of Russia’s efforts to develop its domestic commercial aviation sector, as reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: September 21, 2026

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Aeroflot Rostec UAC UEC Aviacpital-Service

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Aeroflot Expands MC-21 Fleet Plan to 108 Aircraft

September 21, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Aeroflot orders 90 more MC-21 aircraft.
Total MC-21 fleet plan now at 108 aircraft.
Deliveries to start in 2029.
Contract includes flight simulators and training services.

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Strategic Implications

Aeroflot's expanded MC-21 order may indicate a significant shift towards domestic aircraft production, which could reduce dependence on foreign suppliers and suggests a long-term commitment to the MC-21 program.

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Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

Russian Flag Carrier Commits to Domestic Narrowbody Program

Aeroflot has signed an agreement to purchase 90 additional MC-21 aircraft, bringing its total fleet plan for the narrowbody airliner to 108. The deal includes provisions for flight simulators, flight crew training, and services for 22 years. Deliveries are expected to start in 2029, with the first 14 units arriving that year, followed by 18 in 2030, 24 in 2031, and 34 in 2032. This move is part of Russia’s efforts to develop its domestic commercial aviation sector, as reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: September 21, 2026

Companies Mentioned

Aeroflot Rostec UAC UEC Aviacpital-Service