Volga-Dnepr Airlines has signed an agreement with engine manufacturer Perm to launch a re-engining programme for the Ilyushin Il-76. The programme, which has completed its initial definition stage, will involve the replacement of the four-engined freighter's MKB D-30KP engines with quieter, more efficient Aviadvigatel PS-90As. Ulyanovsk-based production plant Aviastar has been selected to carry out all work in the programme. Volga-Dnepr says there are currently 400 Il-76s in service, and re-engining should enable the aircraft to remain in commercial operations for another 15 years.
Source: Flight International
