Rutaca Airlines
VenezuelaAbout the airline
Rutaca Airlines (5R/RUC) is a Venezuelan carrier founded in 1974, based in Ciudad Bolívar and operating from its main hub at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas. The airline operates a mixed fleet of Boeing and McDonnell Douglas aircraft serving regional routes across Venezuela.
Fleet
Rutaca Airlines (IATA: 5R, ICAO: RUC) is Venezuela's regional carrier, established in March 1974. The airline operates from its primary hub at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas, serving as a key connector for domestic and regional travel within Venezuela.
The airline's network focuses on Venezuelan destinations, providing essential air connectivity across the country. As a regional operator, Rutaca Airlines supports business and leisure travel throughout its service area, maintaining regular schedules to major cities and regional centers.
The fleet consists of eight aircraft: three Boeing 737-300 jets, two McDonnell Douglas MD-82 aircraft, two MD-83 models, and one MD-88. This mix of narrow-body turbojets provides reliable capacity for regional routes, with the Boeing 737 serving as the backbone for higher-traffic services while the McDonnell Douglas fleet handles secondary routes and regional connections.