Ilyushin Il-103
| Industry | Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1933 |
| Headquarters | Moscow , Russia |
| Products | Aircraft, including Ilyushin Il-103 |
| Parent | United Aircraft Corporation |
The Ilyushin Il-103 is a low-wing, single-engine trainer aircraft conceived by the Ilyushin Design Bureau beginning in 1990 within the Soviet Union. Production currently continues in Russia.[1] Marking a milestone, it became the inaugural Russian plane to secure Federal Aviation Administration certification in 1998, enabling its commercial availability in the United States.[2]
Operational history
In a 2015 evaluation, reviewers Dave Unwin and Marino Boric characterized the Il-103 as "extremely durable, secure, and comfortable," highlighting its design tailored for routine operations on unprepared airstrips and its resilience against the demanding Russian weather conditions.[2]
In March 2021, Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation entered into a partnership with Aviation Engineering Zrt based in Pécs, Hungary, to modernize and license the production of the Ilyushin Il-103 within Hungary.[3]
Current
- Lao People's Liberation Army Air Force: Three aircraft delivered, with an additional 21 units on order.
- Peruvian Army: Operating five out of six delivered aircraft.
- Somaliland Armed Forces: Four units acquired for both military and civilian aviation use.
Specifications (Il-103)
See also
References
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Further reading
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External links
- Lima-Callao Air Base: Peruvian Army Aviation. (English)
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