First serial MC-21-310 flown to Moscow for customer painting preparation

The Yakovlev MC-21-310, serial number 73362, completed its initial flight test days after its maiden sortie on August 13th. Production of the twinjet began at the Irkutsk aviation plant and involved a long-distance journey to Zhukovsky’s Gromov flight research institute in Moscow. The aircraft departed at approximately 16:15 local time, covering a significant distance for this early stage of development. This move is crucial as it prepares the first serially built MC-21-310 for customer-specific paint schemes following rigorous testing procedures. The destination allows for final preparations before delivery to airlines worldwide.