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Russian Aviation Faces Crisis Amid Tech Shortages and Safety Risks

9/4/2025

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By 2025, Russian civil aviation faces critical challenges due to reduced access to Western technology and increased dependence on China for parts.
The recent crash of a Russian SS-100 underscores rising technical failures and the use of counterfeit components.
Regulatory oversight is weakening, with frequent falsification of inspections raising safety concerns.
The aging An-24/26 fleet requires modernization, while new aircraft production is significantly delayed.
Despite reported profitability, the sector grapples with rising costs and deficits, with only state-backed carriers achieving minimal returns.

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Story summary

By 2025, Russian civil aviation faces critical challenges due to reduced access to Western technology and increased dependence on China for parts.
The recent crash of a Russian SS-100 underscores rising technical failures and the use of counterfeit components.
Regulatory oversight is weakening, with frequent falsification of inspections raising safety concerns.
The aging An-24/26 fleet requires modernization, while new aircraft production is significantly delayed.
Despite reported profitability, the sector grapples with rising costs and deficits, with only state-backed carriers achieving minimal returns.