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February 1, 2026
Indian aircraft maker predicts big demand for Russian Sukhoi passenger jets
State-backed Hindustan Aeronautics Limited believes the superjets will be ideal for improving regional connectivity
TL;DR
- HAL and UAC have entered a joint venture to manufacture SJ-100 superjets in India.
- The SJ-100 has a seating capacity of 103 passengers.
- HAL anticipates demand for over 200 SJ-100 aircraft for India's regional connectivity program.
- The first SJ-100 roll-out in semi-knocked-down condition is targeted within three years.
- UAC will provide technical assistance, design services, and specialist support to HAL.
- HAL plans to lease approximately ten SJ-100 aircraft within the next 1.5 years.
- Manufacturing the SJ-100 supports Prime Minister Modi's 'Make in India' initiative.
- UAC also signed a deal to supply six Ilyushin aircraft to an Indian firm.
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