How Russia Built the PD-14 Jet Engine for the MC-21

The PD-14 engine is one of the most important aerospace projects in modern Russian aviation history. Developed to power the MC-21 narrow-body airliner, the PD-14 represents Russia’s return to full-cycle civil jet engine manufacturing after decades of dependence on foreign suppliers. In this video, we explore how the PD-14 was designed, tested, and brought to certification—from advanced composite fan blades and high-bypass architecture to digital engine control systems and import substitution challenges. We break down: Why the PD-14 matters for the MC-21 program How it compares to Western engines like the PW1400G and LEAP The role of Rostec and United Engine Corporation What makes the PD-14 Russia’s first truly modern civil turbofan With sanctions reshaping global aviation supply chains, the PD-14 is more than an engine—it is a strategic statement. ✈️ Subscribe for deep dives into Russian aviation, engines, and aerospace geopolitics.