Vladimir Kokkinaki | |
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Born | 25 June [O.S. 12 June] 1904 Novorossiysk, Russian Empire |
Died | 7 January 1985 Moscow, Soviet Union | (aged 80)
Allegiance | Soviet Union |
Service | Soviet Air Force |
Years of service | 1925–1966 |
Rank | Major General of Aviation |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union (twice) |
Vladimir Konstantinovich Kokkinaki (Russian: Владимир Константинович Коккинаки; 25 June [O.S. 12 June] 1904 – 7 January 1985) was a test pilot in the Soviet Union, notable for setting twenty-two world records and serving as president of the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale.[1]