China refuses to supply Russian carriers with aircraft parts
China has refused to supply Russian carriers with aircraft parts, Russian news agency Interfax reported, citing Valery Kudinov,…
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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 to allow airlines to pay for aircraft leases in roubles throughout 2022
The Russian government has prepared a draft decree that could allow Russian airlines to pay for leased aircraft…
UK strengthens ban on Russia, implements tighter aviation sanctions
The UK government has announced the implementation of tighter sanctions on Russian aircraft. On May 9, 2022, Foreign…
Boeing stops purchase of titanium from Russia, Airbus continues to buy
Boeing has suspended purchasing titanium from Russian supplier VSMPO-AVISMA after Western governments placed sanctions on the nation following…
Russia urges its airlines to keep foreign-registered and owned aircraft
The Russian Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) issued a host of recommendations for airlines in an attempt to…
Russia may allow outside parties to maintain passenger jets: TASS
Russia may allow third-party companies to maintain its commercial passenger aircraft, Russian news agency TASS reported. The move…
Russian airstrike destroys Vinnytsia Airport in Ukraine: President Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 6, 2022 that eight Russian missiles have “completely destroyed“ Havryshivka Vinnytsia International…
Bombardier halts all activities with Russian clients
Canadian business jet manufacturer Bombardier joins Boeing, Airbus, and Embraer in suspending all activities with Russian clients. “Bombardier…
airBaltic CEO says carrier is leaving the Russian market
AirBaltic is leaving the Russian market, the carrier’s chief executive has announced. The Latvian carrier had previously “suspended”…
UK bans Russian aviation, space companies from insurance market
The British government will ban Russia from the UK aviation and space insurance market. In response to Russia’s…
IATA ‘does not support’ bans on aircraft parts shipments to Russian airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed its opposition to the sanctions placed on aircraft parts shipments…
Russia’s second largest-airline S7 to stop all international flights
Russia’s second-largest airline S7 Airlines announced that it will be canceling all international flights from March 5, 2022. The…
Russia stops supply of rocket engines to the US
Russian space agency Roscosmos has halted the supply of rocket engines to the United State in response to…
Airport operator Fraport halts business in St Petersburg
Airport operator Fraport, which runs Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is halting its business in St Petersburg after Russia’s invasion…
Embraer, GE Aviation halt support for Russian airlines
Brazil’s Embraer and GE Aviation join Boeing and Airbus in suspending support for Russian airlines amid Russia’s invasion…
Russia discusses nationalization of its Boeing, Airbus fleets: reports
The Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation has been in discussions with the country’s largest airlines regarding…
Organizers ban Russian participation at Farnborough Airshow 2022
The Farnborough International Airshow is joining many aviation companies such as Airbus and Boeing in suspending cooperation with…
Lufthansa tackles new Ukraine challenges amidst pandemic recovery
The crisis in Ukraine is a further challenge for Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA), after a tough two years dealing…