UTair Russia still grounded from U.S. exports—ban extended.
Published Date: 9/17/2026
Notice
Summary
UTair Aviation in Russia is still banned from exporting goods because they keep breaking the rules. This export ban, first started in 2022, has been renewed again to stop more violations and protect public safety. The ban means UTair can’t do business involving exports for at least another 180 days, keeping a close watch on their actions.
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UTair Export Privileges Denied One Year
You should know that UTair Aviation JSC is barred from participating in any transaction involving items subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The Order was signed September 11, 2026, is effective immediately, and remains in effect for one year (through September 11, 2027).
U.S. Exports To UTair Prohibited
If you are a U.S. person or company, you may not export, reexport, or transfer (in-country) to or on behalf of UTair any item subject to the EAR except items directly related to safety of flight and specifically authorized by BIS under Section 764.3(a)(2). This prohibition is effective immediately from the September 11, 2026 order and lasts one year.
No Financing or Acquisition Support For UTair
You may not take actions that facilitate UTair acquiring ownership, possession, or control of any item subject to the EAR, including financing or other support activities, except for safety-of-flight actions authorized by BIS. This restriction is effective immediately from the September 11, 2026 order and lasts one year.
Servicing And Maintenance For UTair Blocked
You may not service (install, maintain, repair, modify, or test) any item subject to the EAR that is owned, possessed, or controlled by UTair, or service any item if such service involves use of an EAR item, unless it is directly related to safety of flight and authorized by BIS. This restriction became effective September 11, 2026 and remains for one year.
Affiliates Could Also Be Barred
After notice and an opportunity for comment, other persons, firms, corporations, or business organizations related to UTair by ownership, control, position, affiliation, or other connection may also be made subject to this Order. That means companies connected to UTair could be added to the ban in the future.
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