SmartAvia to Replace its Boeing 737 and Airbus A320neo With Domestic MS-21 Aircraft

Yakolev to Supply SmartAvia With 45 MS-21 Aircraft

SmartAvia, a Russian low-cost airline, has announced plans to replace its fleet of Boeing 737 and Airbus A320neo aircraft with domestically produced MS-21 aircraft.

The airline has signed a contract with Yakolev, the Russian aircraft manufacturer, for the delivery of 45 MS-21 aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled to be delivered between 2023 and 2026.

Benefits of the MS-21 Aircraft

The MS-21 is a next-generation narrow-body aircraft that offers several advantages over the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320neo, including:

• Improved fuel efficiency
• Lower operating costs
• Enhanced passenger comfort
• Advanced avionics and flight systems

The MS-21 is also designed to meet the latest environmental regulations, making it an attractive option for airlines looking to reduce their carbon footprint.

SmartAvia's Fleet Renewal Strategy

SmartAvia's decision to replace its existing fleet with MS-21 aircraft is part of the airline's fleet renewal strategy.

The airline is seeking to modernize its fleet and reduce its operating costs.

The MS-21 aircraft are expected to play a key role in SmartAvia's future growth and expansion plans.