Sukhoi jet takes off in North America

The Sukhoi Superjet 100 regional jet developed and manufactured by Russia's Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Co is proving its efficiency in North America.

Last year, the first of the aircraft was handed over to Mexican carrier Interjet, which has placed on order for 20 SSJ 100s with an option for 10 more airframes.

"We're very proud with the new Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft that became the part of Interjet fleet in Sept 2013," said CEO Jose Luis Garza.