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Russia's first production MC-21-310 airliner completes its maiden flight
The first production model of Russia's MC-21-310 airliner successfully completed its inaugural flight in Siberia, staying airborne for nearly an hour and a half while reaching altitudes of 19,685 feet. Designed to compete with the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 families, this specific variant relies entirely on domestically produced parts, including Russian-made PD-14 engines, following heavy Western sanctions. For aviation professionals monitoring the global market, this development highlights the ongoing fracture of international aerospace supply chains and Russia's forced pivot toward complete manufacturing independence.