This is precisely the reason why these reports seem bogus.The whole deal would be worth over 10 billion & would take years to implement.The factory most likely to deliver these aircraft,KNAAPO,is engaged in building them for China,while another factor,IRKUT,is building more advanced aircraft for India & Malaysia.
I was thinking the same thing. I mean, these are not Toyotas coming off the line. 250 planes will take some time. Or, perhaps this is an inventory clearance sale. Take all 250 and get a Mercedes Benz for free.