Aeroflot has announced plans to construct a dedicated jet‑engine repair facility by 2028 as part of efforts to mitigate the impact of Western sanctions, which have disrupted its engine and parts supply chain since the Ukraine invasion. Slated to handle up to 70 major engine overhauls annually, the plant will bolster Aeroflot’s in‑house maintenance capabilities and reduce reliance on external support. CEO Sergei Alexandrovsky emphasized this move aligns with a broader strategy to stabilize fleet operations, integrate domestically produced aircraft like the Superjet and MC‑21, and assert greater autonomy in engine servicing despite geopolitical pressures. It marks a key step toward resilience as sanctions continue to challenge Russia’s aviation sector.
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