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…
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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)
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. …
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…
Russian aircraft that violated Swedish airspace reportedly carried nukes
Swedish media report that two Russian aircraft that violated Sweden’s airspace in early March 2022 were carrying nuclear…
Rossiya Airlines transfers 125 jets to Russian aviation register
All 125 passenger aircraft operated by Rossiya Airlines, a subsidiary of Russia’s largest airline and the flag carrier…
Russia denies that aviation authority has been hacked, data deleted
Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) denied earlier reports that its services had been hacked and that a…
Russia extends flight ban across 11 airports for the sixth time
The Russian Federal Air Transport Agency of Russia, also known as Rosaviatsiya, has extended a flight ban across…
To avoid Russia, Cathay flight would be world’s longest passenger flight: report
Cathay Pacific is set to claim the title of world’s longest passenger flight by distance if it re-routes…
How the invasion of Ukraine impacted global aviation
Just as the global aviation industry seemed to be recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, it was struck by…
Russian airline Pobeda to cut 40% of its all-Boeing 737 NG fleet: reports
Russian airline Pobeda is reportedly planning to cut around 40% of its aircraft fleet and keep the remaining…
Vietnam Airlines suspends flights to Moscow
Vietnam’s flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has announced that it will be suspending its Hanoi-Moscow service from March 25,…
Bombardier cancels Russian jet orders amid sanctions: Reuters
The Canadian business jet manufacturer Bombardier said it has cancelled Russian executive jet orders due to sanctions imposed…
Russia extends closure of 11 airports due to safety concerns
The Russian Federal Agency for Air Transport, also known as Rosaviatsiya, has extended a flight ban on domestic…