Annotation. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the transformation of Russian civil aviation from 2015 to 2024. Particular attention is paid to changes that occurred after 2022 due to sanctions, the disruption of international relations, and reduced access to imported aircraft. The study examines the dynamics of passenger and cargo transportation, the evolution of the fleet structure, the development of the route network, as well as government support measures and import substitution programs.
Key words. Russian aviation, passenger transportation, passenger turnover, cargo turnover, aircraft fleet, sanctions, import substitution, domestic market.