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The number of accidents involving Russian airlines in 2024 has reached its highest level in at least six years.
According to Novaya Gazeta. Europe, 208 incidents were recorded by the end of November, marking a nearly 30% increase compared to 161 incidents during the same period in 2023. Among these, at least 90 cases involved planes returning to the departure airport or making emergency landings due to technical malfunctions detected mid-flight. The data includes only incidents occurring after takeoff, when the aircraft were deemed operational and carrying passengers.
The most significant rise was observed with Superjet 100 aircraft, accounting for 56 incidents—the same number as Boeing planes, even though the latter are nearly twice as common in the fleets of major Russian airlines (188 versus 93, per Rosaviatsia).
Engine issues (30%) and landing gear malfunctions (20%) were the most frequent problems, alongside failures in hydraulic systems, brakes, and navigation equipment.
Experts attribute this surge to Western sanctions, which have disrupted the supply of critical parts and equipment needed for aircraft maintenance and repair in Russia.
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