The RA Criminal Code provides the punishment for hijacking or capture of an aircraft, ship or train. Article 221, Part 1 provides that capture of an aircraft, ship or train for the purpose of hijacking or occupation, is punished with imprisonment for the term of 4 to 8 years.
2. The same action when committed:
1) by several persons with prior agreement;
2) by using violence dangerous for life or health, or by threatening to use such violence,
3) by using weapons or items used as a weapon, is punished imprisonment for the term of 7 years to 12 years.
3. Actions envisaged in parts 1 or 2 of this Article, if they were committed:
1) by an organized group;
2) caused death by negligence or other grave consequences, is punished imprisonment for the term of 8 to 15 years.
