Russia's second-largest airline, connecting continents.
Founded
1990
Headquarters
Moscow, Russia
Transaero Airlines was a major Russian private carrier that operated scheduled and charter international and domestic flights. Founded in 1990, it became Russia's second-largest airline by passenger volume, competing directly with the state-backed Aeroflot on key routes.
The airline built an extensive network covering destinations across Europe, Asia, North America, and popular resort regions. It operated a large fleet of Boeing aircraft and was known for offering competitive fares and multiple cabin classes including Imperial class.
Transaero collapsed in October 2015 following severe financial difficulties exacerbated by the Russian economic downturn, Western sanctions, and a drop in the ruble's value. Its operating certificate was revoked, and Aeroflot and other carriers absorbed many of its routes and stranded passengers.
Hubs & network
Transaero primarily operated from Vnukovo International Airport and Domodedovo International Airport in Moscow.
Fleet
Transaero operated an all-Boeing fleet including the Boeing 737, 747, 767, and 777 series aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Transaero was Russia's first privately owned airline, founded in 1990.
- ›At its peak, the airline carried over 13 million passengers annually.
- ›The airline ceased operations in October 2015 after its air operator certificate was revoked.
- ›Transaero introduced a premium 'Imperial' business class product on long-haul routes.
- ›Its collapse was one of the largest airline failures in Russian aviation history.
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