This list of Russian and Soviet aviators includes the noteworthy aviators of the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation. The majority of pilots listed here served in the …

Universally credited with over 60 solo victories, he is considered to be the highest scoring Soviet and Allied fighter pilot of World War II. He is one of the few pilots to have shot down a …

Lydia Vladimirovna Litvyak (Russian: Лидия Владимировна Литвяк; 18 August 1921 – 1 August 1943), also known as Lilya, was a fighter pilot in the Soviet Air Force during World War II. [1]

Lydia Litvyak was a skilled fighter pilot in the Soviet Air Force during World War II. She achieved an impressive record of victories, being credited with numerous solo and shared kills in her …

Oct 28, 2024 · These five pilots exemplified determination and skill in the skies above the Eastern Front, becoming icons through their relentless efforts. 1. Lydia Litvyak – The “White Rose of …

Find out more about famous Russian Pilots, including Vladimir Komarov, Lydia Litvyak, Marina Raskova, Pavel Belyayev and Andrian Nikolayev.

Aug 24, 2024 · Russian fighter pilot, the man who is currently the best and most successful flanker pilot and the best flying ace of the 21st century According to reports, about 18 kills …

Mar 4, 2022 · One of the greatest surprises from the initial phase of the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been the inability of the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS) fighter and fighter …

May 24, 2022 · Botashev is believed to be the highest-ranking Russian pilot killed in a war where Russian airpower has been roughly handled by Ukrainian aircraft and anti-aircraft defenses.

Aug 6, 2024 · Video footage emerged online shows a Russian pilot filming himself after ejecting from his stricken combat jet, visible in the distance spiraling out of control and in flames.