Ukrainian F-16 fighters used for air defense during Russian attack
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has revealed that Ukrainian F-16 fighters were deployed to counter a Russian airstrike. This…
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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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NORAD fighters intercept joint Russian-Chinese bomber flight group off Alaska
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Russia’s Ural Airlines, Volga-Dnepr, Novaport added to latest EU sanctions list
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Russian Su-24 jet violates Swedish airspace, intercepted by Gripen fighters
A Russian Su-24 aircraft breached Swedish airspace east of the southern tip of Gotland on June 14, 2024. …
Finland suspects four Russian military aircraft breached its airspace
Progress has been made in Finland’s investigation into the territorial violation in the sea area off Loviisa on…
Russian military aircraft suspected of violating Finnish airspace
A Russian military aircraft is suspected of having violated Finnish airspace in the eastern Gulf of Finland, near…