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DATE:26/04/10
PICTURE: Orenair introduces first Tu-204
By David Kaminski-Morrow
Russian carrier Orenburg Airlines has introduced its first Tupolev Tu-204 as part of a fleet-modernisation exercise.
The carrier, which operates under the Orenair brand, is replacing its older Tu-154 aircraft.
Its first example, registered RA-64017, is a 14-year old airframe previously operated by Sibir, Red Wings and Aviastar-Tu.
Aviastar-Tu was recently prohibited from conducting passenger operations following a Tu-204 accident in Moscow on 22 March.
Orenair says it will put the Tu-204 into operation on charter services from 27 April.
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