Aircraft
Russian leasing company AviaLizing has signed a "contractual agreement" with Sukhoi Civil Aircraft for production slots for 24 Superjet 100s, anticipating an order from UTair, to replace 24 long-serving 68-seat Tupolev Tu-134s. The airline says it may double the figure if the Superjet proves its merits in first year of service.
Sukhoi Civil Aircraft president Victor Subbotin says that if UTair selects another type, Avializing will have to place its Superjets with another carrier.
All 24 aircraft are in factory standard configuration with 96 seats, built to Superjet 100-95 standard.
Click here to check out the highest rated articles
For exclusive news and expert analysis every week subscribe to Flight International print edition. Included with your subscription are 4 FREE issues and FREE delivery to your home or office.
RELATED JOBS
Buy JP airline-fleets online
Be first to get your copy of the 2008/09 edition of JP airline-fleets.
European Airline Finance Conference
Aimed at key professionals with a vested interest in the aviation finance industry. European Airline Finance will investigate increased liquidity costs, fleet financing plans and aircraft deferrals over the next few years.