Russian Army Aviation Day
October 28 · Level 10 · #69 of 2238
Russian Army Aviation Day recognizes the pilots, engineers and technicians whose aircraft support ground forces. Their work includes transporting people and supplies, reconnaissance, fire support and evacuating wounded personnel.
How it is celebrated: aviation units hold ceremonial gatherings, recognize serving personnel and veterans, and remember fallen colleagues. Museum events and meetings introduce visitors to the history of units and the work of their crews.
The anniversary traces its origins to the formation of the first helicopter squadron in Serpukhov in 1948. Helicopters, rather than the fixed-wing aircraft many people picture when hearing “aviation,” are central to this date.