Welcome back to another episode of pplpod! Today, we are diving deep into the history and daily operations of IrAero, a prominent Russian airline headquartered in Irkutsk, Russia. Established in 1999, IrAero has grown into a crucial player in Russian aviation, operating regular domestic passenger flights, charter, and cargo services primarily out of its main base at Irkutsk Airport.

In this episode, we explore the airline's expansive network, from its secondary hubs in Moscow, Magadan, and Yakutsk to its growing list of international flight destinations in China, Turkey, Vietnam, the Philippines, Azerbaijan, and Mongolia. We'll also take a close look under the hood at the IrAero fleet. We discuss their transition from former aircraft like the Boeing 737 and ...