[QUOTE=chalf]
Originally Posted by bonusflyer
I don't think that S7 flies A320s, new or otherwise. According to their WWW site they fly the 737-500, A310-200/300, Tu-204, Tu-154M and Il-86. The Tu-204 does resemble an A320/321 with extended winglets, however.
I believe that S7 may have a baggage interline agreement with BA, which would provide for relatively easy connections at DME.
You must be right in that it probably was A310 they use on one of three daily services from DME to OVB. If you've ever flown on a Tu-204, you'd never mistake it for an Airbus, not from the inside. I am sure they have interline agreements with more than just BA, but for those who prefer for whatever reason to fly into Russia via SVO, the track from SVO to DME is a major hassle. If you originate in Moscow however, my opinion is that DME to OVB on S7's Airbus is a better product compared to Aeroflot (minus the FFP points that is) - which is also reflected in the ticket price. Can't say anything about Transaero which also has a daily service DME to OVB flying the Western aircraft - an ageing B767 I believe.