Russia’s New Il-96-400M Stretch Takes Its 1st Flight

Summary The IL-96-400M, a long-range widebody passenger aircraft manufactured by UAC, has successfully completed its maiden flight, demonstrating the competence of Russian aircraft manufacturers.

The IL-96 project in Russia began in the 1980s, and despite facing commercial challenges, Russia continued to develop the IL-96-400 model with domestically produced electronic equipment and engines.…

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