Aviation
Information related to aviation in and around the DPRK
ROK choppers spotted near DMZ after collapse of military deal with North Korea
Photos show three helicopters where flights were previously banned, underscoring increased military activity near border
December 6, 2023
North Korea to hype domestic tourism to Russians at Moscow expo, minister says
Russian official says Moscow also seeks DPRK tourists, a possible bid to boost influx of sanctioned laborers
December 4, 2023
Kim Jong Un inspects jet fighters, reviews South Korea attack plans
North Korean leader visits air force headquarters and key airbase on Aviation Day holiday
December 1, 2023
Why Russian airlines may be eyeing routes to North Korea amid burgeoning ties
Experts say tourism and desire to transport DPRK laborers are likely behind proposal but question its feasibility
November 29, 2023
Russian VIP military jetliner flies to North Korea hours after satellite launch
Flight by plane that has visited DPRK multiple times comes amid concerns about space cooperation between two countries
November 22, 2023
No signs North Korea testing advanced drones months after propaganda reveal
Evidence yet to emerge DPRK is producing or deploying UAVs, a sign the aircraft used in flyovers were prototypes
November 20, 2023
Russia, North Korea discuss exploration of gold and rare earth metals: Moscow
Two sides also reportedly held talks on food trade and other cooperation, as Russian delegation departs Pyongyang
November 17, 2023
Pyongyang airport expands plane parking amid claims Air Koryo seeks new aircraft
Satellite imagery shows new parking apron at North Korea’s main airport, after country resumed international flights
November 3, 2023
North Korean buyer purchased helicopter from Russia in 2019: US court documents
Delivery to DPRK would likely be sanctions violation, though expert says low cost suggests it was civilian aircraft
November 2, 2023
October comes and goes without planned North Korean spy satellite launch
Pyongyang may have altered launch schedules to fix technical issues rather than risk a costly third failure, experts say
November 1, 2023
