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Russia’s Biggest Presidential aircraft completes its maiden flight

Russia prohibits its pilots from working for foreign airlines.

Russia’s Biggest Presidential aircraft completes its maiden flight: On April 9, 2021, The Russian Il-96-300 performed its maiden flight, assembled at the Voronezh Aviation Plant. It will undergo factory tests before entering services. It will be delivered to Rossiya Airlines, Rossiya is in charge of Russia’s officials’ transport, including the President.

The four-engine jet – is registered RA-96024 and fitted with Aviadvigatel PS-90A powerplants. According to the manufacturer the new aircraft is equipped with the most modern systems and equipment that meet European and international standards. In particular, an upgraded pilot navigation complex is installed on the plane and a new coloring technology has been used on the plane, which provides additional protection for the glider.

 

Today our new Il-96-300 aircraft, built at the Voronezh Aviation Plant, performed its maiden flight. https://t.co/YvGS0TlvMl pic.twitter.com/NfbKq8O2Os

— UAC Russia (@UAC_Russia_eng) April 9, 2021

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During the flight, Il-96 operated altitude from 5000 to 9000 meters, the resistance, aircraft control, the operation of all its systems, and the power installation was carried out. During the flight, radio technical means of the landing were checked. The flight duration was about two hours. According to the crew commander Il-96 flight mission is fully completed.

The Ilyushin Il-96 was introduced in 1988 and in 2017 it was modified with a Chinese builder. Il-96-300 can carry up to 300 passengers. The il-96 plane is operated by a crew of 3 people. This Il-96-300 has been highly modified version for the main reason for the transportation of the president of the Russian Federation.

About 70 percent of the employees of company are busy on this project told by The managing director of VASO (Voronezh Aircraft Production Association).

The Russian government’s fleet to date has:
  • 2- Airbus A319s
  • 8- Il-96s
  • 2- Sukhoi Superjets

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Air India’s US Service Takes a Hit with 60 Flight Cancellations This Peak Season

Air India’s US Service Takes a Hit with 60 Flight Cancellations This Peak Season

Air India, owned by the Tata Group, has announced the cancellation of around 60 US-bound flights scheduled for the busy travel months of November and December.

Traditionally, airfares between India and the US climb significantly during this period, and these cancellations are anticipated to push prices even higher, impacting both non-stop and connecting routes.

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The affected flights air india new routes include those from Delhi to Washington, San Francisco, Chicago, and New York, along with flights from Mumbai to New York. Currently, Air India remains the only Indian airline offering direct services to the US.

The airline attributed the cancellations to delays in returning several aircraft from intensive maintenance, alongside supply chain issues that have temporarily reduced its operational fleet.

An Air India spokesperson confirmed that the airline has had to cancel a “small number” of flights due to delays from its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider.

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Additionally, some wide-body aircraft remain grounded due to technical issues, exacerbating the shortage of available aircraft.

The spokesperson added, “Due to the delayed return of some aircraft from heavy maintenance and supply chain constraints resulting in a temporary reduction in operating fleet, Air India regrets that a small number of flights have been cancelled between now and December end.”

Air India has assured affected passengers of a full refund, the option to reschedule for another date, or rebooking on nearby flights operated by the air india group, while expressing its apologies for the inconvenience caused by factors beyond its control.

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