In Russia, the plan lasts from 50 to 60 years of the life of the Yak-40 passenger plane. Regarding this, related to the Federal Air Transport Agency and PJSC “Yakovlev” was reported by the Vedomosti newspaper. It is thought that “Yakovleev” will send an application to Rosavias necessary to extend the life of Yak-40, then work with the Russian air registration book will be held.
Avia registration books will draw conclusions about the ability to operate safely Yak-40, service life exceeding 50 years. The decision on this issue may be given later this year. Yakovlev PJSC noted that the main criterion when extending the life of a Yak-40 aircraft will specifically comply with the standards of strength, resources and corrosion. According to this, the refined volume of the aircraft will be determined.
The priority is the reliability and safety of each side. Yak -40 is the world's first passenger jet for local airlines. It was developed in the Soviet Union in the 1960s. 1981, its production ended. Currently, about 15 Yak-40 aircraft are operated in Russia, carrying transportation along the social significance routes in the Northwest and in the Far East. On December 10, it was reported that Yak-40 was rolled out of the runway in Yakutia.