Pavel Popovich
Ukrainian cosmonaut and pilot
Born
Died
2009
16 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Ukraine
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Became the first Ukrainian to fly in space in 1962, completing a mission aboard the Vostok 4 spacecraft. Served as a general in the Soviet Air Force and later as a prominent figure within the Soviet space program. Participated in significant training and military operations, contributing to advancements in aviation and space exploration. Also worked as the head of the Spacecraft Control Department.
Completed the Vostok 4 mission in 1962
Served as a general in the Soviet Air Force
Contributed to the Soviet space program
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