Flamingo Aerospace, UAC sign deal for six IL-114-300 regional aircraft

Flamingo Aerospace and UAC have signed an agreement for six IL-114-300 regional aircraft. The phased partnership, announced at Wings India 2026, aims to strengthen regional connectivity and gradually enable aircraft manufacturing, MRO, and aviation infrastructure development in India.

Hyderabad: Flamingo Aerospace Private Limited and United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) have signed a purchase agreement for six 68-seater IL-114-300 regional aircraft. The partnership will eventually result in complete manufacturing of the aircrafts in India, thereby boosting the local supply chain and boosting employment across the aviation sector.

This collaboration at Wings India 2026 initiates a phased aircraft program to address India’s growing regional connectivity needs, with the initial six aircraft representing the first phase and provisions for future expansion based on market demand and operational readiness.

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As part of the agreement, UAC has provided Flamingo Aerospace with a cooperation framework, including a detailed roadmap for developing aviation capabilities in India. This enables Flamingo Aerospace to undertake phased industrial activities such as aircraft assembly, customization, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), and preparation for manufacturing and infrastructure development.