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…
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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)
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…
Russia to allocate $3.75 billion to support local airlines and airports
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
The head of lessor BOC Aviation warned hefty insurance price rises are coming for lessors after Russia’s invasion…
Russia starts production of 20 Tu-214 aircraft, aims to build 10 jets per year
Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) has launched production of 20 long-range narrow-body Tu-214 aircraft. Speaking to Russian news agency…
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…
Russia to revoke Covid travel restrictions
The Russian government decided to revoke all international travel restrictions that were placed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The…
Russia says it will end cooperation on the ISS
The head of Roscosmos, Dmitry Rogozin, said Russia plans to end cooperation on the International Space Station (ISS)and…
Russia allows airlines to pay for aircraft lease in rubles
The president of Russia Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing Russian airlines to fulfill their financial obligations to foreign-registered…
Russia to exclusively use domestic engines for its Irkut MC-21 jet
Russia aims to use only domestically made engines for its Irkut MC-21 aircraft due to the international sanctions…
Russian forces retreat from Antonov airport, the home of An-225 Mriya
Reports suggest that on March 31, 2022, Russian forces retreated from Hostomel, a city just north of Kyiv. The…
Russia accuses Ukraine of bombing an oil depot in Belgorod
Ukrainian Air Force helicopters have attacked an oil depot near the Russian city of Belgorod, claim Russian officials. A…
French CAA warns Russia GPS jamming over Ukraine may affect civil flights
The French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) raised the alarm on the Russian military jamming of satellite navigation systems…
Russia to investigate alleged management corruption at aviation authority
The Russian government has started an investigation into possible high-level corruption cases at the Federal Air Transport Agency…