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Regional Russian carrier connecting northern and Arctic destinations.
Founded
2004
Headquarters
Arkhangelsk, Russia
Aeroflot-Nord was a Russian regional airline that operated as a subsidiary of Aeroflot, Russia's flagship carrier. Based in Arkhangelsk, it served domestic routes across northwestern Russia and the Arctic regions, providing connectivity to remote communities.
The airline gained international attention following the tragic crash of Aeroflot-Nord Flight 821 in September 2008 near Perm, which killed all 88 people on board. The Boeing 737-500 accident was attributed to crew error and became one of Russia's deadliest aviation disasters of the decade.
Following the Perm disaster and subsequent regulatory scrutiny, Aeroflot-Nord was rebranded as Nordavia in 2009, distancing itself from the accident and undergoing restructuring. The airline continued regional operations under its new identity before eventually ceasing operations.
Hubs & network
The airline's primary hub was Arkhangelsk Talagi Airport (ARH), serving northwestern Russia.
Fleet
Aeroflot-Nord operated Boeing 737-500 aircraft along with Soviet-era types including the Tupolev Tu-134 and Antonov An-24.
Notable facts
- ›Was a subsidiary of Aeroflot focused on regional routes in northwestern Russia.
- ›Flight 821 crashed near Perm on September 14, 2008, killing all 88 aboard.
- ›The Perm crash was attributed to flight crew errors, including possible alcohol consumption.
- ›Rebranded as Nordavia in 2009 following the Perm disaster.
- ›Served remote Arctic and sub-Arctic communities in northern Russia.
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