description Irkut MC-21 Overview
The Irkut MC-21 is a Russian narrow-body passenger aircraft developed by Irkut Corporation, now part of the United Aircraft Corporation group. It first flew in 2017 and was designed for medium-haul airline service in the same broad market as the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737 family. The aircraft was developed with the option of using Russian Aviadvigatel PD-14 engines, alongside imported powerplants during its development.
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When did the Irkut MC-21 first fly?
The Irkut MC-21 first flew in 2017. It was designed as a modern narrow-body aircraft for medium-haul airline service.
Which aircraft is the MC-21 intended to compete with?
The MC-21 targets the same broad market as the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737 family. Those aircraft dominate many single-aisle routes around the world.
Who developed the Irkut MC-21?
Irkut Corporation developed the aircraft, and it is now associated with Russia's United Aircraft Corporation group. The program is intended for domestic and international airline use.
Is the MC-21 a wide-body aircraft?
No. The MC-21 is a narrow-body, single-aisle passenger aircraft. Its intended role is medium-haul service rather than long-range wide-body flying.
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