Russia has lifted its ban on charter flights to Turkey on Sunday, ending the eight-month long ban.  A number of Russian airlines have begun to submit applications to transport authorities to resume flights.

The Russian government has proposed that airlines take additional steps to ensure the safety of operations. Russia banned charter flights to Turkey, a popular holiday destination for Russians, after the shooting down of a Russian air force jet by Turkey's military last November.

Relations have improved after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan apologized for the incident.