Promising directions for the development of Russian civil aircraft in the context of sanctions pressure

Introduction. The sanctions imposed against the Russian Federation limited access to foreign components and technologies, which jeopardized the production and maintenance of Russia’s civil aviation. Under the conditions of sanctions, the development of domestic output for components and equipment in the aircraft industry is becoming a key factor in ensuring the industry’s independence. This article aims to investigate the specifics of the Russian aviation industry’s development under sanctions, identify the main problems, and assess the industry’s prospects. Materials and methods. The research materials were official documents and reports, including strategies for the development of the aviation industry, as well as reports from the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation and other government agencies. The methods employed included data analysis and SWOT analysis. Results. Western sanctions against Russian airlines have caused significant damage to the country, but at the same time, they have become a serious incentive for the development of the domestic aviation industry. Despite the sanctions war, the Russian aviation industry is continuing to develop dynamically. The government approved an industry development program, under which the share of domestic aircraft in the Russian airline fleet is expected to grow from the current 33% to 81% by 2030. In total, during this time, it is planned to supply carriers with 1,036 aircraft. The total budget of the program exceeds 400 billion rubles. Conclusion. The success of developing the domestic aviation industry depends on the state’s efforts, as almost all production and design capacities are concentrated in its hands. Finding alternative suppliers and creating their technologies for component and equipment production can reduce dependence on imports and strengthen the industry’s independence. It is essential to foster cooperation with countries that do not support sanctions, thereby opening up new markets and sources of financing, as well as promoting the exchange of technologies and expertise.