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Jun 14, 2006 (newstodate): The certification of the new AN-148 aircraft by the Ukrainean authorities is now expected before the end of October.
The aircraft has accumulated some 600 test flights, with 150 remaining to provide all required information.
The market potentials for the new regional aircraft are assessed to comprise some 600 units, including about 270 for CIS airlines.
The aircraft will lift up to 80 passengers, and will also be delivered as a freighter with a capacity of 15-20 tonnes of air cargo, targeting the integrator and airline feeder markets.
The aircraft has accumulated some 600 test flights, with 150 remaining to provide all required information.
The market potentials for the new regional aircraft are assessed to comprise some 600 units, including about 270 for CIS airlines.
The aircraft will lift up to 80 passengers, and will also be delivered as a freighter with a capacity of 15-20 tonnes of air cargo, targeting the integrator and airline feeder markets.