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…
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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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