Bayraktar drone used to ‘distract’ Russian flagship in missile attack: Reports
A Turkish-built Bayraktar TB2 combat drone has been involved in a Ukrainian attack on the Russian missile cruiser…
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Russia, encompassing a significant portion of both Europe and Asia, maintains a substantial presence in the aviation industry. It boasts a large domestic market and a history of aircraft manufacturing, exemplified by companies like Tupolev, Ilyushin, and Sukhoi. The nation plays a crucial role in global aerospace manufacturing, particularly in the realm of military aircraft and helicopters. Russia used to serve as a vital link between Europe and Asia, accommodating numerous international air routes. Aviation industry heavily affected after war in Ukraine.
Key Facts
- Airlines: Aeroflot (flag carrier), S7 Airlines, Ural Airlines, Pobeda
- Aircraft Manufacturers: United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), Russian Helicopters
- Major Airports: Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Domodedovo International Airport (DME), Pulkovo Airport (LED)
- Airspace: Largest in the world
- Air Cargo: Volga-Dnepr Airlines (major cargo airline)
- Space Program: Roscosmos (closely linked to aviation technology)
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Russian agents raid Aeroflot office following former executive statement
Agents of the Federal Security Service (FSB) of Russia searched the Aeroflot office in Moscow after a former…
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American lessor Air Lease says 21 jets remain stranded in Russia
Air Lease Corporation said it still has 21 jets stranded in Russia. The aircraft, which were leased to…
Rosaviatsia warns of ‘retaliatory measures’ as EU blacklists Russian airlines
The Federal Air Transport Agency of Russia, Rosaviatsia has warned of “retaliatory measures” in response to the European…
Turkey to launch new airline dedicated to Russian tourists
Turkish authorities are scrambling to protect one of their most critical industries, as its tourism sector continues to…
Russian government fleet aircraft suspected of violating Finnish airspace
The Finnish government says Russian governmental aircraft flew through Finnish airspace, marking the first violation of Finnish territory…
Aeroflot resumes Moscow-Sochi flights with A350 jet
Russian flag carrier Aeroflot has resumed passenger flights with its Airbus A350 long-range wide-body aircraft. The Aeroflot Airbus A350-900…
European Commission adds 21 Russian airlines to EU safety blacklist
The European Commission added 21 Russian airlines to the EU Air Safety List, banning them from operating within…
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The Russian government plans to allocate $3.75 billion (311 billion rubles) to support local airlines and airports as…
First Russian drone destroyed by a new British Martlet missile in Ukraine
Photos and videos of Ukrainian soldiers using a British-made Martlet man portable air defense system (MANPADS) to destroy…
Aircraft lessors set for insurance cost shock after Russian sanctions
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Russia starts production of 20 Tu-214 aircraft, aims to build 10 jets per year
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Reports show Russia preparing 3-ton bomb to drop on Mariupol
Unconfirmed photographs shared by users on Telegram on April 6, 2022, show a Soviet-made bomb, the FAB-3000, next…
Russia warns airlines to not disclose data to international organizations
The Russian Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) has issued a memo warning the country’s airlines to not respond…
Russia could open a domestic aircraft parts production site in Kazan from 2023
Russia could set up a new aircraft manufacturing center in Kazan, the capital city of the Republic of…
Russian Ka-52 attack helicopter destroyed by Ukrainian anti-tank missile
In unconfirmed footage that emerged on social media on April 5, 2022, Ukrainian soldiers can be seen using…