Sukhoi Superjet 100 Ready for Takeoff

In December Russian aerospace firm Sukhoi plans to begin deliveries of its Superjet 100, its entry into the regional civil / commercial jet arena in the 75- to 95-seat category. Developed in collaboration with Finmeccanica of Italy subsidiary Alenia Aeronautica with optional interiors by famed Italian design firm Pininfarina, Sukhoi aims to deliver
a stylish jet which at €19.5 million is also designed to undercut comparable models from rivals like Embraer and Bombardier. Gufstream owners will still look down their noses, but on the other hand they will probably go broke long before you do.

The Superjet also aims to deliver a more comfortable flying environment; its 5-seat rows setup, combining style and ergonomics, will be among the largest ever installed on regional transport aircraft thanks to a fuselage 45 cm larger than those of competitors. Going forward there are plans for an even more sybaritic VIP model, ditching those rows of seats for just a handful of especially plush recliners. So how did Sukhoi manage to produce the thing at such a great price? The answer apparently is cheap labor in Siberia. The jokes practically write themselves.

Tags: alenia aeronautica, finmeccanica, pinifarina, sukhoi, superjet 100

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