Valery Bykovsky
Cosmonaut and Russian general
Born
August 2nd, 1934
90 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Russia
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A Soviet cosmonaut and general in the air force, contributed significantly to space exploration. Flew on two spaceflights, first in 1963 on Vostok 5, which lasted five days, marking one of the longest space missions at the time. Commanded the Soyuz 22 mission in 1976. Served as a test pilot, demonstrating exceptional skills in various aircraft. After retiring from space missions, took on multiple leadership roles within the military and space organizations.
Completed Vostok 5 mission in 1963
Commanded Soyuz 22 mission in 1976
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