Russia Plans to Manufacturing Spare parts of Boeing and Airbus Aircraft

Russian airlines are tackling the challenges posed by the shortage of spare parts for foreign-made passenger aircraft with a strategic shift towards domestic solutions.

This transition was highlighted at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on June 6, where two groundbreaking projects were unveiled.

Protektor Group investing RUB3.5 billion in Moscow

Protektor Group, a leading Russian MRO provider, announced a significant investment of RUB3.5 billion ($39 million) to establish an advanced facility near Moscow Domodedovo airport.

Scheduled to commence operations in 2026, the facility will specialize in manufacturing spare parts tailored for Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 narrowbody jets. It aims to meet the urgent demand for critical components in the aviation sector and is expected to employ 800 people.

Aims for 1,036 Russian-parts aircraft by 2030

This initiative is in line with broader governmental objectives set in June 2022, aiming to produce 1,036 aircraft using exclusively Russian parts by 2030. To support this goal, the state allocated 283 billion rubles (U.S. $3.1 billion) in January 2024, focusing particularly on medium-haul models with plans to manufacture 609 aircraft.

Protektor Group’s progress towards this milestone has included significant achievements such as receiving production organization approval from Rosaviatsia in 2024. Earlier, the company had already obtained certification for overhauling Boeing 737 landing gear, solidifying its reputation in aircraft maintenance.

Beyond spare parts production, the Russian aviation industry is poised for transformation as it aims to redefine its identity.

Sergey Chemezov, head of Rostec, the state-owned conglomerate overseeing aerospace, engineering, and defense sectors, has unveiled ambitious plans to revive the legendary ‘Yakovlev’ brand. This initiative spans across Russian-made airliners, signaling a new era of innovation and prominence.