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Polet, the Russian air operator, is battling further financial troubles, according to local media.

According to Abireg, at the end of May, the carrier owed employees Ru79.5m ($2.3m) – some four months’ wages for 677 staff, but following an order from the State Labour Inspectorate to pay the employees with compensation, plus a fine of $3,700, it was reported that Polet has done so, at least in part.

The airline which, with Abu Dhabi-based all-cargo carrier Maximus Air, operates the world’s largest ...