According to the results of January-March 2006, Domodedovo International Airport maintains the leading position in terms of passenger traffic in the Moscow aviation hub.In the thirst three months of 2006 passenger throughput reached 2,749,000 passengers, a 17.2% increase over the same period of 2005.The highest growth was recorded on the routes to such destinations as Bangkok, Sochi, Rostov-on-Don, St.Petersburg, Sharm-el-Sheikh, Tel-Aviv, Madrid, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. Domodedovo serviced over 440,000 passengers on these routes, a 50% growth against the results of January-March 2005.Passenger traffic in March 2006 amounted to 977,000 passengers, a 16.8% growth against the result of March 2005.Additional information:passenger traffic on international routes in January-March 2006 reached 1.4 million passengers, a 16.0% increase over the same period of 2005;passenger traffic on domestic routes in the first three months of 2006 amounted to 1.3 million passengers, a 18.5% increase against the results of January-March  >>>

In response to some publications, where GK-1 multilevel voice analysis system that is being implemented in Domodedovo International Airport was erroneously referred to lie detector systems, press service of EAST LINE Group states that these systems cannot be treated as analogous.GK-1 that is being implemented by certified specialists of Domodedovo Aviation Security is based on the latest computer technologies and is a further development of the traditional profiling system.Profiling is a preliminary interviewing by trained specialists, who analyze a person’s look, responses and behavior. This method is actively used by security services of the world largest airports and airlines in order to prevent terrorist attacks and transportation of illegal items and substances.GK-1 interviewing is performed in an automatic mode. Questions will not be of personal nature and will not prejudice the person’s rights. Such interviewing is related only to prevention of terrorist attacks and transportation of illegal items and   >>>

In May 2006 Domodedovo International Airport is to perform stage-by-stage increase in the number of check-in desks.In accordance with the work schedule from April 17, 2006 to April 27, 2006 ten more desks will be added to registration zone No. 3. From May 1, 2006 to May 11, 2006 ten check-in desks are to be added to zone No. 4.During extension the check-in zone will be temporarily (for four days two times) closed. During the temporary closing six desks of the zones under construction will be added to other operating check-in zones.No changes in passenger check-in services will occur during the temporary closing of zones Nos. 3 and 4. Check-in will be performed in accordance with Domodedovo flight schedule. The check-in will as usual begin 2.5 - 3 hours prior to departure.Upon commissioning of the extended check-in zone on May 12, 2006 the number of check-in desks will grow by 20 desks thus increasing Domodedovo passenger throughput.The increase in the number of check-in desks together with commissioning of 20  >>>

On 29 April, 2006, Eurofly S.p.A., the leading Italian carrier, operating fligths to popular tourist destinations, whose shares are listed at Milan Stock Exchange, starts operating a new flight on the Moscow-Naples route from Domodedovo International Airport. A new Moscow-Catania route is to be launched in the near future. This announcement was made by Vadim Piombo, representative of Trawel, general sales agent of Eurofly S.p.A, at the press briefing on 12 April, 2006.Eurofly S.p.A will operate flights with Airbus A320 jetliners, with up to 180 seats, including 16 economy plus class seats, ensuring maximum comfort. The airline plans to reach 70% seat occupancy rate at its flights. Schedule:FlightRouteArrival at DomodedovoDeparture from DomodedovoAircraft typeWeek dayPeriodGJ 560/561Naples -Moscow- Naples14:4515:35À320Saturday29.04, 17.06-28.10GJ 562/563Naples -Moscow- Naples04:1508:00À320Sunday06.05-28.10GJ 568/569Catania - Moscow- Catania15:2016:10À320Thursday04.05 – 26.10The flight schedule a  >>>

On 9 April, 2006, SPANAIR, Spanish charter airline, starts summer charter flights from Domodedovo International Airport.Till mid-October SPANAIR will operate flights to Madrid and Barcelona with comfortable Airbus 320, Airbus 321, and McDonnell Douglas MD83. Domodedovo International Airport is a popular departure airport with Russian tourists as more than 70% of all tourists flying from Moscow use Domodedovo. International passenger traffic in 2005 was 7.8 million passengers, which is by 23.2% more than in the previous year.The number of foreign tourists visiting Russia also grows every year. This summer Domodedovo will become the hub for charter flights from a number of foreign countries.   >>>

Dmitry Kamenshchik, EAST LINE Group Chairman of the Board, introduced an investment program for airport facilities development in 2006 in the course of a presentation, which was dedicated to the airport technological development in the near future.EAST LINE Group plans to invest USD 180 million in construction and equipping of Domodedovo’s renovated terminal in 2006. The financing is aimed at introduction of new technological solutions in airport management and expansion of the terminal premises to handle the growing passenger traffic.EAST LINE Group’s investments as well as the introduction of internationally recognized management standards in order to further develop the airport have shown a professional approach of the Group towards Domodedovo airport management in the long run.A vast majority of aviation industry experts highly appreciate EAST LINE Group’s policy related to the development of Domodedovo airport, which plays a significant role in the economy of the Moscow region. According to the experts,   >>>

Today Domodedovo International Airport presented its technological development programme for the near future.Head of Russian and foreign airlines, representatives of transportation companies and travel agencies analysts and consulting companies, as well as representatives from the diplomatic community and NGOs took part in the event, which was held at the airport.The main objective of the airport technological upgrading program implemented within the framework of the general Domodedovo Airport development project is to expand passenger terminal and to equip it with state-of-the-art communication and engineering systems.Works on the terminal expansion are well under way. On 31 March, 2006 the first area of 500 sq. m in the centre of the terminal was commissioned. Additional 750 sq. m area will be commissioned in mid-April. This area is also located in the central part of the terminal and has an exit to the landside. 750 sq.m more will be commissioned by May 2006. Thus, by May 2006 the terminal will be expanded  >>>

Airports Council International (ACI Global) having reviewed information on passenger and cargo flow in 850 airports in 2005 announced preliminary results.According to ACI Global report, Domodedovo International Airport is ranked 88th in the rating (13.96 million passengers in 2005). As compared to 2004, Domodedovo International Airport improved its position by 7 points (95th position in 2004). Its passenger traffic increased by 15%. In 2003, Domodedovo International Airport held 107th position in the ACI Global rating list. Its passenger traffic slightly exceeded 9 million passengers. The drastic growth in passenger turnover in the recent two years was caused by several reasons. New airlines, airport terminal upgrade, introduction of new technologies, as well as expansion of the range of services are among them. The fact that Domodedovo International Airport demonstrates stable results in the European aiports’ rating shows that the airport is capable of competing with major international airports in terms of   >>>

Airports Council International (ACI Global) having reviewed information on passenger and cargo flow in 850 airports in 2005 announced preliminary results.According to ACI Global report, Domodedovo International Airport is ranked 88th in the rating (13.96 million passengers in 2005). As compared to 2004, Domodedovo International Airport improved its position by 7 points (95th position in 2004). Its passenger traffic increased by 15%.In 2003, Domodedovo International Airport held 107th position in the ACI Global rating list. Its passenger traffic slightly exceeded 9 million passengers. The drastic growth in passenger turnover in the recent two years was caused by several reasons. New airlines, airport terminal upgrade, introduction of new technologies, as well as expansion of the range of services are among them.The fact that Domodedovo International Airport demonstrates stable results in the European aiports’ rating shows that the airport is capable of competing with major international airports in terms of pa  >>>

Check Your Lungs program was implemented at Domodedovo International Airport on 3-4 April, 2006. It was a part of a major program Nicorette: Say No to Tobacco, which is implemented under the auspices of the Ministry of Health and Social Development of the Russian Federation.A medical diagnostics stand was installed on the first floor of the airport terminal in the departure area, where passengers and airport visitors could check CO concentration in their lungs with a help of a consulting physician.All passengers and visitors who addressed the doctor at the stand passed an express test. The doctor informed them on the condition of their lungs and gave appropriate recommendations on how they can quit smoking.The doctor worked from 11:00 till 18:00. One could find the stand asking a “cigarette-man”. Apart from that the doctor provided passengers with a sample of Nicorette chewing gum. This is a stop smoking gum, which could help smokers while on a long trip aboard an airplane.The program was organized with a sup  >>>

On 29 March 2006 at 20:51 an Il-62 aircraft operated by Libyan airline Jet Line, having performed a technical flight on the Tripoli-Moscow route, rolled out of the runway while landing and fell to pieces.All crew members (6 people) are alive. There were no passengers onboard.At the moment a cause of the accident is unknown. Specialists of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation and the airport’s rescue service are working at the accident site. The Intergovernmental Aviation Committee has set up a commission to investigate the accident.Domodedovo airport performs operations in a regular mode. There is no delay of flight departures/arrivals.The press-service will inform about new developments.   >>>

On 28 March, Thai Airways presented to the leaders of the travel industry a new type of aircraft – A340-600 that will be used for regular flights from Domodedovo International Airport on the Bangkok-Moscow-Bangkok route.The presentation on the occasion of the first flight performed by A340-600 featured the Thai Airways’ concept of passenger service that is being implemented in Russia for the first time ever. The concept includes two key types of services: Thai Royal Silk and Thai Royal First and is aimed at providing enhanced comfort services and creating new design in the cabin.The representatives of the airline explained the advantages of these services. The cabins of the first and business classes with seating capacity 8 and 60 seats respectively are equipped with new arm-chairs which were developed on the basis on the latest design know-how. The arm-chairs could be easily transformed to comfortable beds. The modern entertainment systems include sensor monitors, a wide range of movies, programmes, and inte  >>>

Domodedovo International Airport hosted an official ceremony of opening of a unique exhibition “Flight International: History of the World Aerospace Industry” that presents the most colorful front covers of the most popular aerospace edition in the world. The exhibits reflect milestones in scientific and technical progress of the mankind.The executives of EAST LINE Group, the operator of Domodedovo International Airport, as well as Reed Elsevier, the company that publishes Flight International along with other products, took part in the ceremony.“We decided to set up the exhibition of the covers of this extraordinary magazine in Domodedovo airport with a view to provide any person interested in the aviation world with a chance to get acquitted with the past, present and imagine the future that is forecasted by Flight International. We would like to express our gratitude to the editors of Flight Group and to Mr. Kieran Daly personally for this opportunity to let our passengers learn about the most important ev  >>>

From 20 to 23 March, 2006, the US Transportation Security Administration conducted an audit at Domodedovo International Airport. According to its results, on 23 March 2006 a protocol was signed confirming that Domodedovo International Airport fully complies with the ICAO requirements.The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created in response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, as part of the legislative measures introduced by President George W. Bush after the tragic events. TSA was originally in the Department of Transportation but was moved to the Department of Homeland Security in March 2003. In February 2002, TSA assumed responsibility for security at the nation’s airports. TSA’s mission is to protect the nation’s transportation systems from unwarranted interventions and to ensuring the freedom of movement for people and commerce.The assessment panel that conducted audit in Domodedovo airport used ICAO’s Standards and Recommended Practices (SARP’s). During the audit the panel   >>>

Domodedovo International Airport is a regular participant of the key travel exhibitions held in spring, i.e. Intourmarket -2006 and MIIT-2006. Intourmarket-2006 expo took place in the international exhibition centre “CrocusExpo” from 19 to 22 March. As to the international travel fair Travel and tourism/MIIT-2006, it has started its work today, on 22 March, and will be held in the exhibition centre at Krasnaya Presnya (Expocentre) till 25 March.The stand of Domodedovo airport invites visitors to get acquainted with the current state and prospects of development of Domodedovo International Airport, a range of services provided by Domodedovo Airhotel as well as offers of EAST LINE Air Ticket Agency for the spring-summer 2006 tourist season. Business meetings that take place during the fair contribute to developing the partnership relations in the area of tourism and air transportations as well as to developing measures aimed at improving customer services.Domodedovo airport pays particular attention to the deve  >>>

Domodedovo Passenger Terminal, which is a part of Domodedovo Airport Complex, received a certificate confirming the high level of its management in accordance with the international standard ISO 9001-2000.It was confirmed that the quality management system of Domodedovo Passenger Terminal, which had been introduced in 2003 in line with the international requirements ISO 9001:2000, fully complies with the standards in providing ground handling services to air passengers, people who meet and see off passengers and visitors of the Passenger Terminal and luggage handling.The audit was conducted by the German certification authority TUV CERT TUV Thuringen e.V. According to the audit results the quality management system introduced in the Passenger Terminal fully complies with the international requirements.The report on the Passenger Terminal’s performance, produced by the certification authority, proved compliance of the quality management system of the Passenger Terminal with the requirements of the internationa  >>>

In connection with the inaccurate comment of Kamilzhan Kalandarov, Chairman of non-governmental organization “Al-Khak”, based on unverified information, the Press Service of Domodedodovo International Airport informs:The mosque “Safar” is open for visitors daily from 9 a.m. to 18 p.m. since the date of its creation in 2002. Passengers of both domestic and international airlines can visit the mosque as it is located in the centre of the Passenger Terminal.We regret that the inaccurate saying of the representative of “Al-Khak” non-governmental organization damages the image of one of the largest airports in Russia and contributes to fomentation of religious conflicts.The Press Service of Domodedovo International Airport urges all non-governmental organizations and religious associations to avoid repeating the inaccurate saying.Comprehensive care about passengers including believers is the key priority in work of Domodedovo International Airport.   >>>

January-February 2006 results indicate that Domodedovo International Airport maintains the leading position in terms of passenger traffic in the Moscow Aviation Hub.Passenger throughput reached 1,772,000 passengers in the first two months of 2006, a 17.4% increase over the same period of 2005.The highest growth was recorded on the routes to such destinations as Bangkok, Sochi, Rostov-on-Don, Tel-Aviv, Madrid, Sharm El Sheikh, St. Petersburg, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. Domodedovo airport serviced about 280,000 passengers on these routes, a 50% increase over the January-February 2005.In February 2006 passenger traffic amounted to 831,000 passengers, a 17.2% growth comparing with the results of February 2005.Additional information:passenger traffic on international routes in January-February 2006 reached 952,000 passengers, a 16.9% increase over the same period of 2005; passenger traffic on domestic routes in January-February 2006 amounted to 820,000 passengers, a 17.9% increase against the first two months of 2005; pas  >>>

Presentation of the new tourist destination – Kos Island (Greece) – took place in Hyatt Park Hotel on March 10, 2006. East Line Ticket Agency offered a new tourist product for the summer season – Kos Island sea resort. Charter flights will be operated by Transaero with comfortable Boeing 737 once per week (on Wednesdays).Representatives of Kos Municipal authorities, Hellenic Island Services and Dodecanese Travel Service (East Line Ticket Agency’s partners) told about the history of the island and provided information on excursions which allow not only to see the local sights but also enjoy architecture and beautiful landscapes of the neighboring islands. Representatives of Kos leading hotels participated in the presentation: - Grecotel Kos Imperial – Ms. Patty Aivalioti , assistant to General Manager, Ms. O.Nikityuk, General Representative of Grecotel in Russia; - Marmari Hotels - Maravelias Charalambos, Managing Director; Xenos Nikolaos, Director, Marmari Palace Hotel;- Porto Bello - Paterakis Nikolaos, Mana  >>>

Domodedovo International Airport management extends its best wishes to all women on the occasion of the International Women’s Day. We wish you all the best!In accordance with the tradition all women flying from Domodedovo this day may expect pleasant surprises. On 8 March, from 9:00 a.m. till 8:00 p.m. “A Bit of Happiness from Domodedovo” event will be held.Handsome men will congratulate all women at Domodedovo airport. Each lady will get a spring souvenir to remember this day.According to Domodedovo experts, the passenger traffic on 8 March will amount to approximately 18,000 people. Marketing research shows that the share of women in the overall passenger traffic is about 40%. This means that approximately 7,500 women will use Domodedovo International Airport services this day.We have always strived to make women feel comfortable at Domodedovo. Holiday decoration of the airport will make the spirits rise. Pleasant music, smiles and best wishes from male employees, as well as state-of-art technologies and pa  >>>

6 March, 2006, Domodedovo International Airport together with VolgaAviaExpress airline start implementation of a joint project. The new program will enable passengers to get to Volgograd (Gumrak Airport) from the downtown of Moscow in 3 hours and 40 minutes.Domodedovo Air Rail Service (DARS) major objectives are to minimize the passengers’ time required to get from the centre of Moscow to their destinations and to apply express check-in procedure.The high-speed transportation system connecting Domodedovo with the centre of Moscow provides for passenger check-in at Paveletsky Railway Station and allows to get to the airport by a comfortable Aeroexpress train in just 40 minutes. Passengers arriving at the airport 30-45 minutes prior to the flight departure have only to undergo a security check. Security check of passengers coming to the airport through DARS system will be performed at business class desks.Within the framework of this program VolgaAviaExpress grants to its passengers the right of free transporta  >>>

March 2, 2006, Swissotel (Krasnye Holmy) hosted the IV annual forum “Travel Routes. Summer 2006” set up by Domodedovo International Airport. The forum is held twice a year prior to winter and summer travel seasons.The forum that has already become a traditional event gathered together representatives of airlines, which perform international scheduled and charter flights via Domodedovo airport as well as key travel agencies that order charter flights. The participants included “Capital tour”, “Intourist”, “Pegas - Touristik”, “Mostravel”, “Neva”, “Natali-tours” and many others.The key objectives of the event are to set up a direct dialogue between tour operators and airlines through intermediary of the airport, to further develop business cooperation, improve the quality of services provided by the airport, exchange opinions. A necessity to plan charter traffic to optimize usage of the airport’s resources in the forthcoming season is the basic reason to hold direct discussions with the airport’s clients.Partic  >>>

2 March, 2006, the first flight of Singapore Airlines arrived at Domodedovo International Airport. The ceremony dedicated to the launch of services of the 15-th international scheduled air carrier that performs flights on the Singapore-Moscow-Dubai route was held in a solemn atmosphere.The Ambassador of Singapore to Russia, other diplomats and representatives of the airline as well as passengers of the first flight took part in the official ceremony. Representatives of the airport welcomed guests with bread and salt. Folk Russian dances were performed for guests by the folk Russian dance ensemble “Russian National Show”. Check-in for the first flight from Moscow to Singapore was also held in a festive atmosphere. Passengers of this flight were offered champagne. Passenger uplift of the flight was nearly 100%.The launch of air services between Singapore and Russia by Singapore Airlines will benefit to the development of the cultural and business liaisons between the two countries. Flights to Singapore with an   >>>

From 1 March, 2006, El Al Israel Airlines has started to implement an “Intermodal Transportations” project by offering its passengers free transfer by Aeroexpress train (tickets are paid by the air carrier).The project ensures transfer of the Israeli airline’s passengers from the terminal at the Paveletsky Station to Domodedovo airport. Passengers can get their railroad tickets upon presentation of their air tickets at the Domodedovo city terminal at the Paveletsky Station.Upon arrival at Domodedovo passengers of EL AL Israel Airlines can get a ticket for a trip to the Paveletsky terminal from the airport by Aeroexpress train in exchange for their boarding passes at the Aeroexpress train stand.Israel’s national air carrier, EL AL Israel Airlines, launched services from Domodedovo International Airport on 31 October 2004.EL AL Israel Airlines was established in 1949. It has turned into a leading and prestigious international air carrier since that time. Its activities employ such principles as efficiency, crea  >>>

According to the results of January 2006, Domodedovo International Airport maintains the leading position in the Moscow aviation hub in terms of passenger traffic.In January 2006, passenger throughput reached 941,000 passengers, a 17.5% increase over the first month of 2005.The highest growth was recorded on the routes to such destinations as Bangkok, Hurghada, Sharm-el-Sheikh, Sochi, Tel-Aviv, Rostov-on-Don, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Dubai. Domodedovo serviced over 220,000 passengers on these routes, a 40% growth against the results of January 2005.Additional information: In January 2006, passenger traffic on international routes amounted to 542,000 passengers, a 17.7% increase over January 2006,Passenger throughput on domestic routes in January 2006 reached 399,000 passengers, a 17.2% increase in compassion with January 2005.   >>>