Experienced pilot Vladyslav Rykov killed while on combat mission
Air Force pilot Vladyslav Rykov, who completed 385 combat sorties, was killed while performing a combat mission on 7 February 2024. Source: 299th Tactical Aviation Brigade named after Lieutenant General Vasyl Nikiforov, with reference to Rykov's brother-in-arms Rostyslav Lazarenko Quote from Lazarenko: "My heart was ripped out yesterday.
Vladyslav Rykov Rostyslav Lazarenko Vasyl Nikiforov Air Force Tactical Aviation Brigade Lieutenant General Vasyl Nikiforov
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