OREANDA-NEWS. October 12, 2010. In the framework of UTair Aviation's fleet modernization program, the company has selected bids in the tender process for medium range commercial jet aircraft to replace the TU-134 aircraft currently serving in the carrier’s fleet. According to the tender committee the winners of the tender are two modifications of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft: the RRJ-75В and the RRJ-95B.

Eight leading Russian and international aircraft manufacturers took part in the tender. Fifteen different mid-range aircraft models designed in configurations for 75-80 and 100-105 seats were considered by the tender committee. The UTair commission of experts were greatly impressed with the flight characteristics and serviceability of the aircraft from the Sukhoi Superjet 100 family, noting their technical strengths and economy-performance ratios as most suited to the carries requirements.

UTair Aviation is one of Russia's top four leading passenger carriers. UTair operated more than 250 passenger flights on more than 100 local and international directions daily. More than 150 aircraft, including Тu-154, Тu-134, An-24, Boeing 757, Boeing 737, Bombardier CRJ 200, ATR 72 and ATR 42 have been involved in flight operations for 2010.

Sukhoi Superjet 100 represent the next generation in Russian mid-range civil aircraft and are manufactured by Sukhoi Civil Aircraft in conjunction with the Italian Company Alenia Aeronautica. The Sukhoi Superjet 100 is equipped with advanced modern avionics and meet all Russian and international aviation industry standard.