Russia’s aircraft fleet comprises nearly 3,000 units, including more than 1,200 airplanes, Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin said at a meeting marking Civil Aviation Workers’ Day.

"Today, our air fleet numbers nearly 3,000 pieces of equipment, including over 1,200 aircraft. They are based at 225 airfields," he said.

According to Nikitin, civil aviation remains a source of national pride. "This year marks 150 years since Mozhaysky’s glider first lifted off the ground. Since then, conquering the skies has become one of the main tasks of transport," he noted.