A VIP version of Russian MC-21 passenger jet can appear in 2022, President of Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Alexander Rubtsov told reporters on Wednesday on the sidelines of the Dubai Air Show 2017. This reported by TASS.

"The VIP version [of MC-21 aircraft - TASS] should appear after two-three years of commercial operation. Teething troubles of the aircraft should be cured," Rubtsov said.

"It [the VIP version] is definitely planned," he said.

MC-21 is a new twin-engine short-to mid-range Russian jet airliner with a capacity of 150-212 passengers. The airliner’s maiden flight took place on May 28, 2017. First deliveries of the aircraft are scheduled for 2019.