Aeroflot has launched a special programme to honour veterans of the Second World War with free air travel. The programme, under which Aeroflot began accepting bookings today, is part of the 70th anniversary Victory Day celebrations.
World War II veterans residing in Russia and other former Soviet states, those disabled as a result of the war and those held prisoner of war as children are eligible to receive a free tickets for themselves and one accompanying passenger. Taxes and other fees will be paid by Aeroflot.
Special check-in counters will be set up at airports across the country to accommodate traveling veterans. Aeroflot will make special arrangements to assist veterans as they pass through security screenings, customs and border control points and transfer between flights. Veterans will also be offered vouchers for meals at airport restaurants and complementary hotel stays for layovers in excess of six hours.
Bookings can be made from today through 12 May 2015 for travel starting 3 May. Travel is available on Aeroflot flights as well as flights of Aeroflot subsidiary airlines.
Aeroflot has also introduced new liveries on many of its aircraft featuing the Ribbon of St. George and a white dove, the official symbols of Victory Day in Russia.
