Russian Aircraft Corporation MiG
E-150
The MiG E‑150 is a twin‑engine, medium‑range tactical transport developed by the Russian Aircraft Corporation MiG in the early 1990s as a civilian off‑shoot of the firm’s military design expertise. The program began in 1991, when MiG sought to diversify its product line after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The prototype first flew on 12 April 1994 and entered limited production in 1997, primarily serving regional airlines and humanitarian operators in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Key features include a high‑wing configuration for short‑field performance, a pressurised cabin that accommodates up to 28 passengers or 7 000 kg of cargo, and two Ivchenko‑Progress AI‑24 turboprop engines delivering 2 570 shp each. Advanced avionics provide GPS‑based navigation, autopilot, and a glass cockpit, while the rugged undercarriage allows operations from unpaved runways.
Although only 42 units were built, the E‑150 demonstrated MiG’s ability to translate combat aircraft technology into reliable civil transport. It helped sustain the factory’s workforce during a turbulent economic period and introduced modern Western‑style comfort standards to regional Russian aviation, earning a modest but lasting legacy. Today, a few preserved examples are displayed in Russian aviation museums, reminding enthusiasts of this unique blend of military heritage and civil utility.
Key features include a high‑wing configuration for short‑field performance, a pressurised cabin that accommodates up to 28 passengers or 7 000 kg of cargo, and two Ivchenko‑Progress AI‑24 turboprop engines delivering 2 570 shp each. Advanced avionics provide GPS‑based navigation, autopilot, and a glass cockpit, while the rugged undercarriage allows operations from unpaved runways.
Although only 42 units were built, the E‑150 demonstrated MiG’s ability to translate combat aircraft technology into reliable civil transport. It helped sustain the factory’s workforce during a turbulent economic period and introduced modern Western‑style comfort standards to regional Russian aviation, earning a modest but lasting legacy. Today, a few preserved examples are displayed in Russian aviation museums, reminding enthusiasts of this unique blend of military heritage and civil utility.
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Classification
Production & History
- Units Produced
- 1
- First Flight
- 1960
Design & Classification
- Manufacturer
- Russian Aircraft Corporation MiG
- Developer
- Russian Aircraft Corporation MiG
- Wikidata ID
- Q21851153