Russia· Mikhail MishustinDenis Manturov inspects MS-21 aircraft production at Irkutsk Aviation Plant
Denis Manturov visited the Irkutsk Aviation Plant to oversee the production of the first 18 serial MS-21 aircraft for Aeroflot, scheduled for 2027–2028, and future production plans.
Background
Russia is actively working to develop its domestic aviation industry, particularly in response to international sanctions and efforts to reduce reliance on foreign aircraft manufacturers. The MS-21 project is a key part of this national strategy to achieve self-sufficiency in civil aviation.
Public figures · stances & shifts
Mikhail Mishustin
Prime Minister · Government of the Russian Federation · Russia
on Aviation Industry Development and Aircraft Production
Neutral on Aviation Industry Development and Aircraft Production: Posts in this cluster report on Aviation Industry Development and Aircraft Production without taking a side (mean stance +0.07).
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