Reportedly, since the end of February, more than 180 aircraft have been added to the Russian state registry. [File Photo: Adobe Stock]
Key Takeaways:
Bermuda's Civil Aviation Authority suspended airworthiness certificates for Russian-operated aircraft on its registry due to international sanctions, effectively grounding a significant portion of Russia's fleet.
This move by Bermuda, a British overseas territory, makes it difficult for the agency to safely oversee these aircraft and compels compliance with UK sanctions.
In response, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law to allow foreign-leased aircraft to be re-registered in Russia, effectively nationalizing the fleet and making it difficult for lessors to regain their equipment.
This nationalization directly violates International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) mandates, which state an aircraft cannot be validly registered in more than one state, rendering their operation in Russia potentially illegal.
Bermuda’s Civil Aviation Authority (BCAA) said over the weekend it would immediately suspend all airworthiness certificates for Russian-operated aircraft on its registry.
The BCAA said that international sanctions imposed on Russia have effectively made it difficult for the agency to oversee Russian-operated aircraft on its registry safely.
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Michael Wildes holds a master’s degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Previously, he worked at the university’s flight department as a Flight Check Airman, Assistant Training Manager, and Quality Assurance Mentor. He holds MEI, CFI & CFII ratings. Follow Michael on Twitter @Captainwildes.
