Russian Su-35 violates airspace as Estonia intercepts ‘ghost fleet’ tanker
Tensions in the Baltic Sea escalated on May 13, 2025, after a Russian Su-35 fighter jet violated Estonian…
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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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As the future of aerial combat moves towards teaming manned and unmanned vehicles, loyal wingman drones are taking…
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A Russian military satellite, Cosmos 2553, believed by US officials to be linked to Moscow’s nuclear anti-satellite weapons…
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Fire engulfs Russian military depot near Moscow: What we know so far
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RAF fighter jets scrambled 3 times in 3 days to intercept Russian aircraft
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Russia is working on a satellite-based connectivity system for its airliners
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Russian state-owned technology corporation Rostec is experiencing substantial delays in its attempt to reactivate serial production of the…
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Ukrainian special forces have led a covert operation behind enemy lines to destroy four Russian helicopters that were…
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A French Navy Atlantique 2 (ATL2) maritime patrol aircraft was illuminated by the fire control radar of a…
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airBaltic denies claims that it purchased Russian fuel in breach of EU sanctions
airBaltic has strongly denied claims made by a news website that it purchased Russian fuel in breach of…
Ukraine strikes Moscow in ‘massive’ overnight drone attack against Russia
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have struck the Moscow region in a “massive” overnight attack that resulted in the…
S7 Airlines stops project to make jet engine parts in Saint Petersburg
S7 Airlines has frozen its project to build a factory for components in Saint Petersburg, according to Russian…
Russia turns to smuggling parts to keep aircraft flying under sanctions
Russian airlines are smuggling aircraft parts from the United States and Europe to keep their aircraft operational, according…