Crew of Siberian UTair plane tell of 'confusion and silence' from air traffic controllers at key moment.
Now the Far East of Russia linked to beaches and cities in the sun with direct routes from Vladivostok on low-cost airline Vietjet.
A new agreement between two of Russia's major airlines will open up new possibilities for linking Siberia to destinations all over the world.
End the bottleneck on flights from Vladivostok, says Primorsky region governor.
Wide-body aircraft being used for passengers flying into Sabetta International as region gears up to become a gas powerhouse.
Air Moldova proudly announced its latest destination to a city it called the 'Unofficial Capital of Crude Oil'.
Foreign visitors transiting on Russian airlines will be able to stay for 72 hours without documents as part of move to help boost tourism and economy.
A new deal between Viktor Vekselberg's Renova and Vladimir Potanin's Interros will see Yemelyanovo Airport become one of the most modern in Russia.
Transit passengers from 20 countries will be allowed 72 hours in Russia without the hassle of obtaining a visa.
Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev is to lead discussion of how to put Siberia on the world map of growth at the annual forum.