Frequently Asked Questions?
How is private aviation structured in Russia: airports and infrastructure?
The main hub of business aviation is Moscow: Vnukovo-3 Terminal (the country's largest business hub), as well as Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo. Developed infrastructure exists in St. Petersburg (Pulkovo), Sochi, Kazan, and Yekaterinburg. The FBO and operator network covers all major cities; the industry is regulated by the Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya). Send us a request – we will prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze options tailored to your needs.
What are the popular routes from Russia?
Domestic routes include Moscow–St. Petersburg, Moscow–Sochi, Moscow–Kazan, and flights to Yekaterinburg and the Caucasus. International destinations have shifted to friendly regions: Dubai, Istanbul, the Maldives, the CIS, and Asia. The eastern part of the country is served by long-haul flights. Submit a request—we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze options tailored to your needs.
What to consider when flying privately in Russia?
Flights are operated in compliance with current regulations and restrictions. Due to sanctions, servicing of Western aircraft and the supply of spare parts for Russian-owned aircraft are limited, so some operators are based and serviced in Kazakhstan, the UAE, and Turkey. Demand for aircraft with domestic support (Sukhoi, Russian Helicopters) is also growing. Submit a request—we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze options tailored to your needs.
How to buy and register a private jet in Russia?
The transaction follows standard stages: LOI, deposit in escrow, pre-sale inspection, and closing. The key issue is the registration jurisdiction and import regime, taking into account current restrictions; for domestic use, there is growing interest in equipment with service in Russia. We support the selection, inspection, registration, and commissioning. Submit a request—we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze options tailored to your needs.
How much does it cost to own a private plane?
Maintenance costs depend on the intensity of use and the aircraft class. When purchasing an aircraft, consider the following regular expenses:
- Crew and service personnel;
- Aviation fuel and navigation fees;
- Maintenance and insurance;
- Hangar storage and airport fees.
How to choose an aircraft when buying an airplane?
Choosing the right aircraft to purchase is based on key parameters:
- Capacity and comfort of the cabin;
- Flight range and route characteristics;
- Acquisition and operating budget.
Our specialists will offer the best business jet options with a detailed comparison of characteristics.
What should be considered when choosing a used aircraft?
When deciding to buy a private used aircraft, we recommend checking:
- Operation and maintenance history (Service bulletins (SB), Airworthiness directives (AD))
- Availability of complete documentation and certificates (See forms (Logbooks))
- No serious incidents in the past (See Logbooks)
- Quality of used spare parts and components (We check during the pre-sale inspection (PPI))
Where and how to register the aircraft?
Aircraft registration is typically carried out in international jurisdictions (Europe, the United States), which allows for tax optimization. The owner can independently choose the country of registration when purchasing a business jet.
Where and how to store the aircraft?
Regular piston-engine, inexpensive aircraft can be stored directly on the street, but business jets and expensive turboprop aircraft must be stored only in an airfield hangar.
How does an aircraft purchase transaction work?
The transaction includes aircraft selection and inspection, signing of a letter of intent (LOI) and contract, a pre-purchase inspection (PPI), payment through an escrow agent, and aircraft delivery. JetHunter assists at every stage and protects the buyer's interests.
