The result of many years of progress towards the progress of the Russian aircraft industry is the Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft. This is an achievement of the aviation industry that everyone can rightfully be proud of. Travel lovers now have the opportunity to cover distances on a domestic short-haul airliner. It operates only on relatively close routes, but the developers envisage a flight of more than 4,000 kilometers. Find out more in this article about how the idea of ​​creating a passenger aircraft by the Sukhoi company originated, how many stages of production the aircraft had to go through, how comfortable the flight conditions are, and many other aspects of operation.

What an airliner can do

The modern aircraft product marked a new era of production in Russia. There has been a huge boost in the development of this area thanks to the new product. Sukhoi Superjet 100 has occupied the regional aircraft segment on the global market. It can be described as economical, safe for environment, a passenger-friendly and crew-friendly 100-seat aircraft.

The maximum speed of the aircraft can reach 860 km/h. It covers a given distance at an altitude of about 12,000 meters. The flight range this aircraft can handle is from 3000 to 4500 km. It also has two powerful SaM 146 turbofan engines built into it. This model is manufactured to transport a small number of passengers, its standard layout is 98 seats. The prospects for the further distribution of our aircraft to airlines around the world are quite optimistic, since they are competitive and in demand.

Project development history

The prerequisite for creating our own short-haul airliner in Russia arose at the end of the last century. The largest aircraft construction companies, Boeing and Airbus, have occupied the market segment for the creation of ships with a capacity of more than 150 passengers. It was necessary to create a project that would be modern, high-quality, and provide short-haul transport. This was the process of creating the Sukhoi Superjet Su 100-95B aircraft.

In the early 2000s, Brazilian and Canadian airliners appeared in this niche, but Sukhoi still had advantages that qualitatively distinguished it from competitors' products. Analysts came to the conclusion that these companies will not be able to meet airline requests on their own. Demand significantly exceeded supply.

The Russian aircraft industry found itself in a crisis; it only shadowed the past successes of the Soviet Union. The Tupolev and Yak-42 aircraft were once masterpieces of engineering, but at the beginning of the 21st century they ceased to meet European standards. The noise level of these models forced Russian airlines urgently update your aircraft fleet in order to continue active operations, ensure air transport. This restriction was introduced in 2002 by the European Union. Among other things, the high fuel consumption of older aircraft provoked higher costs; against their background, Boeing and Airbus airliners seemed the only option. Intensive purchases of used imported aircraft began.

How are aircraft manufactured in the Russian Federation?

2000 is the official founding date of the closed joint stock company "Civil aircraft Sukhoi". Despite the fact that initially this company was engaged in the creation of only military aircraft, in a market economy it became expedient to expand production. The original name for the development of a passenger aircraft was Russian Regional Jet. A step towards the evolution of aircraft manufacturing in Russia was that the State Aircraft Company decided to involve in the process to create its flagship, foreign ideas, developments and significant details.The Boeing company began consulting on the project.

In 2003, an agreement was concluded with the French companies Snecma and PowerJet to jointly create engines for the future aircraft with NPO Saturn. Development took longer than expected, and tests planned for 2005 were postponed indefinitely. But already in the same 2005, OJSC "Financial Leasing Company" made pre order for the Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft in the amount of 10 aircraft, and Aeroflot - for as many as 30.

The state was also actively involved in financing the project. It was part of the federal target program "Development of civil aviation equipment in Russia for 2002-2010 and for the period until 2015." These investments amounted to about 8 billion rubles. Thanks to these funds, the assembly of the airliner began in Komsomolsk-on-Amur at the aircraft plant named after. Yu. Gagarin (KnAAPO).

Flight characteristics of the aircraft

Sukhoi Superjet 100-95 with basic configuration can accommodate 98 people. Passenger capacity varies from 98 to 108 seats. The length of the aircraft reaches 30 meters, and the wingspan is 27.8 meters. The maximum possible distance for which it is designed is from 3000 to 4500 kilometers (depending on the model). The speed category of the aircraft is as follows: the cruising speed of the vessel is 830 km/h, and the maximum permissible speed is 860 km/h, which is a high figure. This aircraft is not capable of handling any airport in the Russian Federation; only about 60% meet all the requirements for the runway and functionality.

First flight

The test flight of the Sukhoi Superjet 100-95 was carried out on May 19, 2008. This happened in the city where its main assembly took place - in the sky above Komsomolsk-on-Amur. The test was completed successfully, which allowed for international certification and improvement of the vessel.

Cooperation with Aeroflot

Aeroflot is the largest customer of SSJ 100 aircraft. The prospect of a long-term relationship was laid down in 2005 during the signing of a lease. The first use of the Sukhoi Superjet 100-95LR by Aeroflot occurred on June 16, 2011. The flight took place from Moscow airport to St. Petersburg.

As for the design features of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft for Aeroflot, the photo reflects the company logo.

The company receives cars at a much lower cost than other partners. Therefore, Aeroflot also faces considerable risks when putting domestic aircraft into operation. Thus, at the initial stages, their cooperation turned out to be unprofitable for Sukhoi Civil Aircraft. The first ten were purchased at a price below the catalog price - 19 million dollars versus 24. Their further activities have already moved to the stage of production recoupment.

Sukhoi Superjet 100: interior

The number of seats and variations in their location in the airliner differ depending on the model. Thus, the Sukhoi Superjet SU 100-95 aircraft has two main cabin modifications - AA and AF. But both models are divided into classes according to comfort - “business” and “economy”.

The first rows of seats from 1st to 3rd are business class seats. Seats marked A, C, D, F are considered the least comfortable due to the separation of the passenger area from the toilet. There is less space in front of them thanks to this partition. In general, business class is equipped the best seats, conditions of stay and food.

All other rows have more economical conditions. In the 6th row, seats A, C, D, E, F can be given special attention, since they are located closer to the nose of the aircraft, where the restroom is located, and have a large space in front.

Fundamentally, the equipment of the models differs in the very last, 20th row. In the AA version, the rear seats do not recline, which will create additional discomfort for the passenger. Also, the proximity to the bathroom causes other passengers to often walk past these places, and perhaps even the formation of a small queue. And in the AF model, the developers took care of improving the conditions. The distance to the restrooms has been increased, it is possible to recline the seat, but still these are not the most best places in airplane.

Choosing the best place

On the website of the manufacturer of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 airliner, the best seats are clearly demonstrated on the cabin plan. How to choose the best place to fly? It is located in business class, but this ticket costs more. Therefore, to make traveling with savings as comfortable as possible, follow these principles:

  1. Check out the passenger compartment diagram.
  2. If you are not sure which aircraft configuration you will fly on, then choose row 20 only if there are no other seats at all.
  3. You should avoid places at the rear of the car, as this is where turbulence is felt most strongly.
  4. It is better to choose a seat away from the restroom and technical rooms, as unpleasant sounds or smells may haunt you there.
  5. It is important that the seat backs are fully reclined without creating barriers to healthy sleep while traveling.
  6. If you have difficulties making your own choice, qualified airline employees will be able to help you book a seat.

Company achievements

The Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft was presented in 2007. However, there was a delay in deliveries due to difficulties in the production process. The creation of the vessels took longer than planned. Despite this, it was planned to increase the production rate to 6 aircraft per month. In 2010, the number of finished products was 50 units. In 2011, production was less than expected - 2-3 aircraft per month. Delivery delays provoked an outflow of customers, but the main customers still continued to work closely with the company.

The first important document for the company was received in 2010 - the IAC certificate, and in 2012 even the EASA certificate. This allowed us to confidently enter the market of short-haul airliners in accordance with European quality standards. So, the production of the airliner is characterized by high technology and the introduction of the latest developments. The number of foreign components for it has decreased from 80% to 50%, and this is a huge success.

Criticism of the project

As many critics believed, at the initial stage the Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft project won the state tender for a reason. It was competing with the Tu-334, which, in their opinion, was better suited to the poor conditions at Russian airports. In the Tupolev, the engines are located at the tail of the ship, while in the SSJ they are installed very low - under the wings of the liner. Flying a Tupolev aircraft is also more familiar to Russian crews. However, the GSS project received funding, and this contributed to its successful implementation.

Also, some argue that the SSJ is similar in appearance to the German Fairchild aircraft. This is speculation; the designers themselves completely denied this connection.

Sukhoi Superjet 100: reviews from pilots and passengers

Pilots and passengers give the airliner highly appreciated. In terms of control, the ship is simple and obedient, has a high rate of climb, as the pilots themselves note. And travelers on the Sukhoi Superjet 100 enjoy comfortable seats, wide aisles and distances between seats, and spacious luggage racks. For airlines, the aircraft is beneficial in terms of fuel consumption.

If you are planning a short-haul flight, there is a chance that a Sukhoi Superjet 100 will be served on the ramp: the cabin layout and the best seats are presented below. The airliner with the certification name RRJ was developed by Russian aviators with the participation of foreign companies. It became the first product of the domestic aviation industry whose noise characteristics received good marks when tested for compliance with European standards.

Model features

The Superjet is designed according to a classic aerodynamic design: the airliner has a horizontal tail (stabilizer) located after the wing. The design is common in military and civil aviation, since it ensures flight safety and optimization of takeoff performance.

The model is equipped with SaM146-1S18 engines: they are produced at a Franco-Russian plant. The option made it possible to increase the range of flights, passenger capacity and take-off weight (the indicator at which a ship can take off while complying with safety rules).

Another feature of the Sukhoi Superjet is the use of composite materials to reduce the weight of the aircraft. In the future, designers plan to increase their share, but the process is slowing down due to additional research. Representatives of JSC Sukhoi Civil Developments emphasize that they are going to study the impact of sudden temperature changes on materials.

As for the cockpit, it is equipped not with standard steering wheels, but with sidestick joysticks. This made it possible to free up space for a convenient and ergonomic arrangement of other devices, as well as improve visibility of the panel. To ensure effective operation of the sidesticks, the Fly-by-wire system has been introduced: the movements of the joysticks are transmitted by electrical signals.

Development history

After the collapse of the USSR, the production of airliners stopped, and airlines used aircraft that were produced earlier. But in the 2000s. the resource turned out to be exhausted, so the state announced a competition: projects of new models were presented at it.

The future version of the Sukhoi Superjet won, and after 3 years the designers began the 1st assembly. The model was put into operation in 2011 on flights of the Armenian carrier. Now Aeroflot has become the main operator.

Aircraft modifications

In addition to the basic modification, the following options have been developed:

  • Sukhoi Superjet 100B-VIP is an administrative and business version of the aircraft. It combines the comfort and versatility of airliners designed to transport officials with the reliability of designs for scheduled airlines.
  • Sukhoi Superjet 100LR (SSJ100 LR) is designed for short- and medium-haul flights. The modifications, which at one time became revolutionary for the Russian Federation, made it possible to increase the range by 1,400 km. Based on this version, the Sukhoi Superjet 100LR-VIP model was also released.
  • Sukhoi Business Jet is produced according to individual orders. The model is operated by the Border Service of Kazakhstan.

All models have received international certificates, so they can also be used by foreign carriers.

What projects are in development

The designers expect to implement the following projects:

  • The Sukhoi Superjet 100SV is planned for production in 2019, and it will be able to make its first flight in 2020. The capacity is going to be increased to 125 passengers.
  • Sportjet by Sukhoi will be designed to transport athletes.
  • Suhkoi Superjet 75, designed for 75 passengers, will be operated on routes up to 2 thousand km long. The developers hope that it will allow companies to reach a new business segment.
  • Sukhoi Superjet 100R will include an increased share of Russian components.

As for the results of the already created models, in 2018 it turned out that their flight hours on Russian airlines decreased. But for foreign companies the indicator increased, and there were no complaints about profits. This is due to the fact that Russian carriers are having problems with the supply of components. To correct the situation, a set of measures was introduced to increase flying hours: it is too early to assess its effectiveness.

Specifications

Which companies operate it: present and prospects

As for the operation of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft, reviews from companies are positive. The liners are used by the following carriers:

There are also models in the air fleets of Armenia, Laos, Mexico, Indonesia and Switzerland. The manufacturer plans to expand cooperation with companies operating in Ireland and Italy. There is also the possibility of concluding contracts with Asian carriers.

Sukhoi Superjet 100: video

How to choose the best seats: interior layout

For those wishing to board the Sukhoi Superjet 100, the cabin diagram will help them find the best options. The standard seating arrangement, designed to carry 87 passengers, is used by both Aeroflot and foreign enterprises.

Business class features

The seats in this class of service on the Superjet 100 are comfortable. They are arranged in 3 rows according to a 2-2 pattern. True, passengers seated in the first row will have less legroom due to the partition; You won't be able to put things on the floor either. There is also a toilet nearby, which can be a nuisance. But in any case, you will be more comfortable than in economy class.

Having extra space will allow you to stretch your legs.

The best options in the business compartment are the 2nd and 3rd rows. The legroom here is 1.5 times more than in the budget part of the cabin. In the 3rd row, noise can be heard from the "economy" mode, since the partition is quite thin.

Economy class cabin

As for the location of economy seats on the Superjet 100, they occupy rows 6 to 20. The seats are placed according to a 2-3 pattern, with seats E considered the worst option: they are located far from the porthole, which does not allow you to enjoy the views, and from the aisle. But, if you often get up to go to the toilet, then the option will be more convenient than choosing a seat by the window. After all, you only have to bother one neighbor!

The design of the cabin does not imply the presence of seats near emergency exits, therefore the Space + category is represented only by the 6th row.

When choosing, consider the following:

  • The best seats are in row 6 as you will get more legroom. There are no seats in front, and you won’t encounter a situation where your neighbor reclines his back, preventing you from sitting comfortably with your laptop. But the width of the seat will be slightly smaller, since the pull-out tables are mounted on the armrests. The latter do not fold completely, which can cause inconvenience. The disadvantages include the fact that this row is occupied by passengers with small children. Also, companies charge an additional fee for reserving seats in the 6th row, since they are classified as Space +.
  • Seat 6D has the added disadvantage of bumping into the seat for business class passengers who decide to use the rear toilet.
  • In rows 7-19 there are standard options: there is not much legroom, but you will not feel much discomfort.
  • Traveling in row 20 will not be a pleasant experience. The backs of the seats do not recline, so sleeping will be difficult. The proximity of the toilet, where other passengers constantly look, also plays a role. It's a little more comfortable in seats 20A and 20F, located near the windows: you won't be disturbed by people scurrying along the aisle. The worst options are 20C, 20D and 20E.

Choose places by checking the map and make your trip comfortable. And a photo of the interior of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 will help you finally get your bearings (click to enlarge).

Sukhoi Superjet 100 is the first airliner for passenger transportation, developed in Russia after the collapse of the Soviet Union. Designed by Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company, a Russian development, marketing and service organization. civil aircraft. There are several modifications of this aircraft that are in operation by a number of Russian and foreign airlines.

In this article, we will look at not only the technical characteristics of this aircraft, but also the cabin layout and the best seats of the Sukhoi Superjet 100. We will pay special attention to the reliability and safety indicators of this aircraft, as well as passenger reviews.

The aerodynamic performance of the SSZh-100 was calculated in laboratory conditions at TsAGI (Zhukovsky Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute). The shape of the fuselage and other structural details were calculated using computer modeling - a special program determined the behavior of aircraft elements under conditions of increased loads.

The main task of the designers was to create a machine that was convenient for users - passengers and flight crews. This was reflected in the interior of the cabin and the arrangement of the cabin. The creators did not forget about the requirements of airlines, taking care of efficiency, flight capabilities and ease of use.

The most important advantage of the airliner is the ability to fly in automatic mode with an economical fuel consumption program.

The increased safety of the airliner is due to the algorithm for protecting against accidental piloting errors built into the control system. For the first time in the Russian aircraft industry, a system was installed on an aircraft to prevent the aircraft from touching the runway. This option allows you to get rid of massive shock absorbers and increase the payload.

The modular design of equipment used in the aircraft made it possible to reduce the number of onboard units by 15%. The airliner's designers abandoned the use of a traditional steering wheel to control the aircraft and, for the first time in Russian practice used a joystick type handle.

Many experts call the SSJ-100 aircraft “the hope of the Russian aviation industry.” There is every reason for this.

Among the advantages of the liner:

  • increased level of comfort;
  • use of modern technologies in project development and production;
  • economical fuel consumption;
  • environmental friendliness;
  • variety of models.

The Sukhoi Civil Aircraft company comprehensively supports its products - it eliminates identified deficiencies, provides detailed technical documentation, and conducts flight crew training.

The SSJ family of aircraft includes the following models:

  1. Sukhoi Superjet 100— the first model from the “Superjet” series, the basic version.
  2. SSJ 100 LR— modification with increased flight range and increased take-off weight.
  3. Sukhoi Business Jet And 100LR-VIP— corporate versions for transporting important people. They have a higher level of comfort.

The corporation plans to develop a new model with an extended fuselage, which will increase the number of passengers to 125 people.

Quality claims

Many buyers and operating organizations think about the low value of the average flight time. Thus, Aeroflot, having the largest fleet of SSJ 100s, reports that the airliners fly only 3.3 hours a day versus 5-6 hours for competing models.

At the beginning of 2019, the Irish CityJet, the only one who used Superjet in Europe, refused to operate the SSJ 100.

The Mexican InterJet was forced to dismantle several aircraft for parts so that at least some of them remained in working order.

SaM146 engines from the French company Powerjet have a built-in defect. Premature destruction of the combustion chamber. Instead of 7500 - 8000 hours of operation, they provide 1000 - 2000 hours before major repairs.

The problem with the engine forces operators to keep a pool of replacement engines or dismantle their other SSJ 100 airliners for spare parts. Powerjet admitted the design flaw, but is not going to take drastic actions, because SaM146 engines are installed only on the Sukhoi airliner. The French simply modified the combustion chamber so that it wears out more slowly.

On the other hand, Russia plans to release a new modification of the airliner - SSJ-SV with a domestically produced engine.

Aeroflot Superjet 100 interior diagram

The passenger compartment is located in the middle part of the fuselage between the cabin and the tail compartments. It is sealed and ensures optimal temperature, humidity and pressure support.

Options:

  • width - 3.2 m;
  • height - 2.1 m;
  • The width of the seats for passengers is 46.5 cm.

The doors to the cabin are located at the front and rear of the aircraft.

These planes have two types of cabin configuration - AA and AF. They are similar, but they have one difference. In both first three rows occupies Business class. The remaining 17 intended for . located in the nose and tail of the aircraft. From the photo of the interior of the Sukhoi Superjet 100, you can form your opinion about its features.

In the first configuration, the cabin accommodates 98 seats with a distance between them of 81.2 cm. The aisle width is 51 cm. In a more compact version, part of the furniture is dismantled, the distance between the seats is reduced, and the number of passengers increases to 108 people.

The seats are installed in 19 rows of 5 in each. On the left are double chairs, on the right are triple chairs. Each seat is equipped with individual lighting and ventilation system. Above the seats there are spacious niches for hand luggage.

Superjet 100 aircraft interior

The cabin is calm LED lightening. The portholes are oval in shape and the most big size among aircraft of a similar class. The salon has a wardrobe for outerwear. Each passenger has access to media materials - watch movies, listen to music during the flight.

First row- less convenient, as it is limited in front by a partition. Behind her are emergency exits and a toilet. This means you'll have limited legroom. Other two rows of Business- quite comfortable.

First row Economy— the most comfortable in this class. You can stretch your legs freely without fear that they will rest against the neighboring chairs. You can even stand in this space without disturbing anyone.

Superjet 100-95 interior layout.

Rows - from 7 to 19- quite standard and do not have any special characteristics.

The last one is on the 20th There is a difference between the rows depending on the interior configuration. If it's an AA, there are toilets and a utility room right behind it. Therefore, a queue will constantly accumulate near these places. Unpleasant odors and extraneous sounds will constantly disturb you during the flight.

In AF configuration The toilets are located far from the seats, making this a fairly standard row for travel.

Advice. If you do not know exactly which plane you will fly on, choose row 20 only if there are no other options.

Plane crashes involving Sukhoi Superjet 100

The most recent disaster occurred with the participation of SSJ-100 May 5, 2019. The plane crashed during a hard landing at Sheremetyevo. At the time of writing, 41 deaths are known.

SU1492 (Aeroflot) Moscow - Murmansk

The facts of the incident are as follows: a fire broke out on an Aeroflot airliner that made an emergency landing at Sheremetyevo, which could not be extinguished immediately. The plane was flying SU1492 Moscow - Murmansk. A few minutes after takeoff, it began to descend, and during landing, according to eyewitnesses, it hit the surface of the ground twice and then caught fire. The flames quickly engulfed the rear of the plane. There were 73 people and 5 crew members on board. Passengers had to leave the plane via two inflatable slides.

The final cause of the incident has not been identified at the time of writing. : malfunction of the vessel, pilot or dispatcher errors, adverse weather conditions.

Experts of the Interstate Aviation Committee pointed out several mistakes of the pilots: they decided to fly through a thunderstorm front, refused to run out of fuel before an emergency landing, and were unable to land manually, which indicates their poor pilot training.

The pilots tried to push the nose of the plane toward the ground instead of stabilizing it in a landing position. This caused the plane to bounce off the runway, making the situation worse. The passengers sitting in the rear section received serious injuries during the “jumps” of the liner, so they were unable to get out of the cabin on their own and died.

The crew made an emergency landing exceeding ground speed by 30 kilometers per hour. When approaching the runway, “the crew began to increase speed for an unknown reason,” which is why the plane landed closer to the middle of the runway. In addition, as the plane passed through a thunderstorm front, allegedly, “a power surge occurred in the generator, followed by a series of failures of the aircraft systems.”

Important! Once the official investigation is completed, the information in this section will be updated.

Indonesia 2012

Another one catastrophe happened in 2012 in Indonesia. The Superjet airliner crashed into a mountain during a technical flight. 45 people died; the cause of the disaster was recognized as an error by the pilots and dispatchers.

Minor situations

Other recent incidents involving Superjet:

  • in March 2019, the Sukhoi Superjet 100 plane made an emergency landing at Sheremetyevo (the reason was a cracked windshield);
  • in February 2019, when landing at Domodedovo, the plane hit a lamppost with its wing;
  • the plane flying Moscow-Khanty-Mansiysk returned to Sheremetyevo for technical reasons;
  • in October 2018, in Yakutia, a plane skidded off the runway;
  • in June 2018, an airliner flying from Irkutsk to St. Petersburg made an emergency landing in Barnaul (the reason was a false fire alarm).

Experts believe that the main reason for frequent accidents is the low quality of components that fail before the time stated by the manufacturer. There are especially many complaints about premature engine failure.

Experimental design bureau P.O. Sukhoi until 2000 was engaged in the development of exclusively military aircraft. The fighter jets created at this enterprise are known all over the world and are in considerable demand among buyers from various countries. All the more unexpected were the first reports that Sukhoi designers had begun designing a civil aircraft.

In 2008, this airliner made its first flight, and today more than a hundred of these machines are in use. various airlines. This, of course, is quite a bit compared to thousands of Boeings and Airbuses, but no other Russian-made aircraft has managed to achieve at least such indicators.

History of the development of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 passenger airliner

In the mid-1980s, Soviet passenger aircraft began to look outdated compared to the latest Western airliners. The gap did not look hopeless; it could still be overcome. Almost all leading design bureaus already had projects for new generation aircraft, which were supposed to replace the honored “aviation veterans” on internal and external lines. Unfortunately, after a few years, little remained of these plans.

The Yak-42 is the only Russian-made short-haul aircraft built and flown in relatively large numbers after the collapse of the USSR

In the 90s, the Russian aviation industry degraded. Aircraft were literally produced piece by piece, factories were turned into warehouses for Turkish and Chinese consumer goods, and foreign “investors,” happily rubbing their hands, took away design and technological documentation. In addition, the demand for domestic flights has fallen sharply: in the first two years of the “reforms” alone, the number of passengers decreased fourfold. Under these conditions, one could not even dream of reviving the aviation industry.

The Sukhoi Corporation, unlike many other aircraft manufacturing companies, survived the “wild 90s” relatively well, mainly due to the sale of fighter aircraft to various countries around the world. In 2000, the management of this company first raised the question of diversifying production and creating an airliner for transporting people over short or medium ranges.

This initiative met with support from the new top political leadership of Russia, which was determined to put an end to the total collapse of industry. However, from the very beginning it was clear that the newly created Sukhoi Civil Aircraft company would not be able to cope with the project alone. The development of the engines was entrusted to the French company Snecma; a significant part of the instrumentation was created by specialists from the S.V. Aviation Complex. Ilyushin, and to successfully promote the aircraft on the world market, assistance was used from the American concern Boeing.

The project, created by engineers from the Sukhoi Corporation, was recognized in 2003 by representatives of Rosaviakosmos as worthy of government funding. Then the future aircraft was called RRJ (Russian Regional Jet). At the same time, other projects of short-haul airliners were also considered, including the Tu-414 developed by the Tupolev company, however, the victory remained with Sukhoi.

It was decided to organize the assembly of new aircraft in Komsomolsk-on-Amur, where the necessary production lines were prepared for this. The official display of a prototype airliner, renamed SSJ100, that is, Sukhoi Superjet 100, was held at the end of September 2007. Eight months later, the first flight of the new Sukhoi took place, and a year later this regional aircraft was shown in Le Bourget during the annual aviation show.

The first buyer of this aircraft was Armavia, registered in Armenia. It received the SSJ100 airliner in April 2011, and from that moment the commercial operation of the Superjet began. Aeroflot remains the largest customer.

As of July 2020, more than 190 SSJ aircraft have been built, however, not all of them are in use: according to various sources, regular flights perform no more than 116. There are also a number of unclosed contracts for the supply of aircraft.

Description of the aircraft design

In terms of its aerodynamic design, the SSJ airliner is not original: a single-fin empennage with “lower” placement of the elevators, a swept wing with two engines mounted underneath it. This gives the aircraft a rather "typical" feel. appearance. True, the SSJ does not have the wingtips characteristic of Airbuses, but in the future, it is expected that these design elements will appear on it.

The aircraft is controlled using a “sidestick” - a side stick that replaces the traditional steering wheel. The pilots are assisted by two on-board computers, which, as originally thought, could not fail at the same time.

Composite materials are used in aircraft construction, but to a rather limited extent. Fairings are made from them, as well as a number of wing mechanization elements.

Performance characteristics

The main parameters of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 airliner are as follows:

Flight characteristics

The operational performance of the Superjet airliner can be presented in the form of a table:

The price of one Superjet in 2015 was about 26 million US dollars.

Description of the interior layout

The internal layout of the Sukhoi SSJ100 airliner may seem unusual to many passengers, especially those who have never flown on short-haul aircraft. The main thing that catches your eye is the asymmetry of the seating arrangement. In economy class they are installed in a 2x3 pattern - on the left side in each row there are two seats, then an aisle, and three more seats on the right side. A similar arrangement was previously used for the American Boeing 717 airliner, which is the same as the Sukhoi in terms of capacity and flight range.

It should be noted that the internal layout of the SSJ-100 cabin may differ slightly depending on different airlines. The basic version assumed the presence of 100 economy class seats in a single cabin. Sometimes the left two seats in the first row were removed, reducing capacity to 98 people.

A more comfortable option involves placing 12 business class seats and 75 economy class seats. The most spacious modification allows you to carry up to 103 passengers in the cabin with reduced intervals between the rows of seats.

There are three toilets on board. One of them is located to the left of the central longitudinal axis of the aircraft, immediately behind the cockpit. The second one is also on the left, behind the last row of economy class seats. The third toilet is located at the very rear of the salon - the central passage abuts it.

Location of seats

Three rows of business class seats are located at the front of the aircraft. Directly in front of them is a bulkhead separating them from the service areas and toilet. The seating arrangement is traditional – 2x2.

Economy class seats are arranged in a 2x3 pattern. They occupy the bulk of the internal space. It is possible to install a stretcher - for this, the last three rows on the left side of the cabin are used.

Best places

The highest level of comfort for Superjet passengers is, of course, provided in business class. In addition, the seats located in the 6th row of the main part of the cabin are highly rated - these are the seats located immediately behind the partition. They even have a special name – Space. Please note that tickets for these seats will be more expensive than for all others.

Worst places

The most uncomfortable seats on a Superjet are located in the last row of Economy Class. They are directly adjacent to the toilet. As a result, passengers are constantly disturbed by other people to rest. In addition, in the basic layout, the backs of the seats in the last row do not recline, which also does not contribute to comfort.

It is noted that in the first row of business class there is some shortage of free space due to excessive proximity to the front service bulkhead.

Advantages and disadvantages

From a passenger's point of view, the Superjet can most likely be called a very ordinary aircraft. It is quite comfortable for its class, and the flights do not last long. Therefore, airlines actually experience the pros and cons of the airliner.

The list of main advantages is as follows:

  1. The aircraft has convenient and modern controls;
  2. The Superjet can be serviced at any airfield; it does not require large hangars or long runways;
  3. Very low price. One such airliner is no less than three times cheaper than, for example, an Airbus A319, used on the same routes;
  4. Low engine noise;
  5. Economical fuel consumption.

The car also has disadvantages, and for some buyers they have already outweighed the advantages. The main disadvantage is poor, if not disastrous, after-sales technical service. The manufacturer cannot cope with the timely production of the required number of repair kits.

This leads to constant SSJ downtime and low flight hours.

There are other shortcomings:

  1. Excessively high share of imported components. This has already led to the failure of a contract for the supply of aircraft to Iran, since the United States simply refused to supply the necessary structural elements;
  2. General unreliability of many auxiliary systems and devices. Frequent breakdowns, even if they do not affect flight safety, have become a real curse of this airliner;
  3. Insufficient engine life. It turned out to be several times lower than stated, which caused a lot of complaints from airlines that had already purchased Superjets.

Currently, the developers of the SSJ-100 are trying to correct the most significant shortcomings of the machine, however, it is not yet clear how long this process will take.

Flight safety

Of the 191 SSJ100 aircraft, three were lost in accidents. In two cases this resulted in significant loss of life. The first disaster occurred on May 9, 2012, when the airliner, performing a demonstration flight, crashed into a mountain. All 45 people on board were killed.

The second tragedy received the widest media coverage. On May 5, 2020, the Sukhoi Superjet, taking off from Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport, was forced to return back after the simultaneous failure of both on-board computers. The rough landing led to a fire that killed more than half the passengers (41 out of 78) and completely destroyed the plane itself.

The incident at Sheremetyevo caused enormous damage to the image of the SSJ100, which was already not ideal. Despite the fact that the culprit of the disaster was apparently the pilot of the aircraft, many experts were extremely unhappy with the failure of the on-board electronics, which were not sufficiently protected from the effects of atmospheric electricity.

Countless minor breakdowns of the aircraft’s engines and auxiliary systems, which have become a constant occurrence over the years of Superjet operation, also do not contribute to safety.

Main modifications of the aircraft

Already during the period design work it was envisaged that the SSJ100 would be produced in various versions, involving some changes in the main performance characteristics of the airliner. In total, no less than eight different modifications were designed, the most promising of which are two - Sukhoi Superjet 100 95 LR and 100 95 SV.

Sukhoi Superjet-100-95LR

Operation of this variant of the aircraft began in March 2014. Its main difference from the basic version is the increased flight range, which has been increased to 4576 km. This was achieved through the installation of more economical engines. At the same time, the fuel supply remained the same, but the take-off weight increased slightly, which affected the vehicle’s range. Other characteristics have been preserved.

Sukhoi Superjet-100-95SV

This modification of the Superjet should significantly change the appearance of the aircraft, since it is expected to increase the length of the fuselage and the wing area. This will increase the number of passengers on board to 125, and the take-off weight will increase by 10 tons. There is still little information about steps for the practical implementation of this project, although initial plans included the start of commercial operation in 2020.

Whatever the further development of the Superjet, we can already say today that it has played a certain positive role. Thanks to the work on creating this airliner, Russian designers and production workers gained significant experience in designing modern passenger aircraft. In conditions of almost complete loss of Soviet developments, this is very valuable. The difficult fate of the SSJ-100, in addition, can serve as a good lesson for the country’s political leadership, because it once again shows how easy it is to destroy and how difficult it is to restore the civil aircraft industry.

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Yamal Airlines pays significant attention to flight safety issues. Yamal aircraft undergo regular maintenance. Moreover, the airline has created line repair stations that allow routine and maintenance of aircraft to be carried out in a timely and high-quality manner. By purchasing tickets for Yamal flights, you can be sure of the safety of your flight.

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Scheme Airbus cabin A320

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Airbus A321 interior diagram

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Bombardier CRJ-200 interior diagram

Sukhoi Superjet 100

Sukhoi Superjet 100- a Russian-made short-haul aircraft. The aircraft can carry 98 passengers and transport them over a distance of up to 2,950 km. The spacious cabin of the aircraft is equipped with comfortable seats arranged in a 2+3 configuration.

Interior diagram of Sukhoi Superjet 100

All Yamal Airlines aircraft are equipped in such a way as to provide passengers with a comfortable and safe flight. During the flight you will be offered in-flight meals, drinks, and the latest newspapers.

On Yamal Airlines planes the maximum baggage allowance is 20 kg, carriage allowance hand luggage – 10 kg.

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