Irkut Corporation [1] (MICEX:IRKT RTS:IRKT) is a Russian aircraft manufacturer,[2] member of the United Aircraft Corporation. It is best known as being the manufacturer of the Sukhoi Su-30 family of interceptor/ground-attack aircraft. The company was founded in 1932 in the Transbaykal region in the Russian Federation.
Overview
Irkut produces Su-27 and Su-30 fighters and amphibious planes in the "Be" family. The company includes the Irkutsk Aviation Plant, Beriev Aircraft Company, Yakovlev Design Bureau, BETA AIR.[1] The company plans to begin flight testing its Yak-130 trainer aircraft in 2009. It is also working on the design and series production of the MS-21 passenger jet.[3] The company employs over 14,000 people.[4].
Restructuration
The Russian government has merged Irkut with Ilyushin, Mikoyan, Sukhoi, Tupolev, and Yakovlev as a new company named United Aircraft Building Corporation.[5] Irkut has also entered a JV with Indian military aircraft manufacturer HAL to manufacture Multi-Role Transport Aircraft which will be designed by Ilyushin.[6].
Revenue
In 2008, Irkut made a net result of the equivalent of US$34.8 million. The company's revenue was of the equivalent of $US1.25 billion, 25% more than in 2007.[3]
References
 RTSI companies of Russia (15 September — 14 December 2009) |
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