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Ukraine's flag carrier connecting the nation to the world.
Founded
1992
Headquarters
Kyiv, Ukraine
Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) is the flag carrier of Ukraine, founded in 1992 as a joint venture between the Ukrainian government and a consortium of Western investors. Operating under the IATA code PS and ICAO code AUI, the airline is headquartered in Kyiv and serves as the country's primary international carrier.
UIA operates scheduled passenger and cargo services to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia, with its main hub at Boryspil International Airport. The airline has grown to become one of the largest carriers in Eastern Europe by passenger volume.
Operations were severely disrupted following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, which led to the closure of Ukrainian airspace. UIA suspended most scheduled flights as a result, significantly impacting its network and financial standing. The airline has been navigating a prolonged operational crisis since then.
Hubs & network
UIA's primary hub is Boryspil International Airport (KBP) near Kyiv, with secondary operations at Kyiv Sikorsky International Airport (IEV).
Fleet
UIA historically operated a fleet primarily composed of Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737-900ER aircraft, along with some Boeing 767-300ER for long-haul routes.
Notable facts
- ›UIA was involved in the tragic shootdown of Flight PS752 by Iran on January 8, 2020, killing all 176 people on board.
- ›The airline suspended scheduled commercial flights following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
- ›UIA was established in 1992 as a joint venture with Austrian Airlines and other Western partners.
- ›At its peak, UIA served over 50 international destinations across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America.
- ›The Ukrainian government holds a significant ownership stake in the airline.
This profile is provided for general information only. Contact details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airline's official website before acting on them.
