Swifts, Kirov: A new aviation partnership
Swifts, a Russian aircraft manufacturer, and Kirov, a Russian airline, have announced a new partnership to develop and produce a new regional jet.
The new jet, which will be called the SwiftJet, is expected to be a 50-seat aircraft that will be powered by two Pratt & Whitney engines. It will have a range of 1,500 nautical miles and a maximum cruising speed of 450 mph.
The SwiftJet is expected to be in service by 2025.
Swifts is a privately-owned aircraft manufacturer that was founded in 2015. The company is based in Zhukovsky, Russia. Swifts has developed a number of small aircraft, including the Swift GA-1, a two-seat general aviation aircraft, and the Swift GA-2, a four-seat general aviation aircraft.
Kirov is a Russian airline that was founded in 1994. The company is based in Kirov, Russia. Kirov operates a fleet of over 20 aircraft and flies to destinations in Russia, Europe, and Asia.
The partnership between Swifts and Kirov is expected to benefit both companies.
Swifts will gain access to Kirov's extensive experience in the airline industry, while Kirov will gain access to Swifts' expertise in aircraft design and manufacturing.
The SwiftJet is expected to be a major player in the regional jet market. The aircraft is expected to be affordable, efficient, and reliable, and it is expected to be popular with airlines around the world.
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