Modified military transport aircraft to serve as Russia's calling card.
Crankin' Out the Il-76MD-90A Military Transport Planes
Listen up, folks! The Aviastar plant in Ulyan Sovetsky, Russia ain't messin' around when it comes to military transport planes. They're ramping up production for the kick-ass Il-76MD-90A like there's no tomorrow!
By 2025, they're aiming to roll out at least seven of these bad boys every year. And that's just the start. The end game? An impressive 24 planes per year by temple-ballin' their production facilities [1][2]!
Now, you might be wondering about the specifics. Here's the scoop:
- Current Situation: Seven planes churned out annually.
- Future Goal: Twelve planes per year by 2027.
But, let's not forget about those hefty investments. It's gonna cost about $300 million to modernize their Ulyanovsk plant and boost manufacturing capacity [2]. That includes freshening up the machinery, expanding the workforce by around 2,500 people, and improving the supply chain to ensure a smooth production process.
So, what's the deal with this plane, you ask? It's more than just a military transport vessel—it's a big friggin' deal for Russia's military and export aviation strategy. There's a high demand for these babies both domestically and abroad, and Russia's keen to stay competitive in the global market [2].
You might've heard about the older Il-76 models that were made in Tashkent. Guess what? They're still flyin' all over the world, whether for military purposes or in the realm of civil aviation.
In short, the Aviastar plant in Ulyanovsk is getting their game on and planning to crank out more Il-76MD-90A planes than ever before—all in the name of boosting Russia's military and export aviation credentials! [1][2]
The expansion and modernization of the Aviastar plant in Ulyan Sovetsky, Russia, is not limited to military transport planes. It will also involve substantial investments in the finance sector, as they aim to secure around $300 million to boost their production capacity in technology and the aerospace industry. By 2027, the plant targets producing twelve Il-76MD-90A planes annually, indicating a significant growth in these sectors.
