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Antonov selects CMC to modernise fleet

Antonov has selected CMC Electronics to modernise its AN-124 and AN-178 aircraft, in a deal announced at the Paris Air Show 2025.

The AN-124 will undergo a comprehensive avionics upgrade featuring CMC’s cutting-edge systems.

The AN-178 short-range military transport aircraft will be equipped with CMC’s advanced avionics suite as part of the contract.

CMC will supply CMA-9000 Flight Management System, CMA-5024 GPS Receiver, MFD-3068 Multi-Function Display, ECP-083 EFIS Control Panel, CMA-1612 Electronic Display Unit, Autopilot Control Panel and associated integration and support equipment.

Robert Kopersiewich, Vice President Sales & Marketing at CMC Electronics said: “This is a significant milestone in our partnership with Antonov and a strong signal of the aerospace industry's resilience and renewal. We are honoured to provide proven, next-generation avionics solutions that support the revival and modernisation of these iconic aircraft.”

The contract was finalised on 9 April 2025 and publicly announced at the Paris Air Show.