**Kiev and Aviation, as well as the History of Kharkiv Air University** <br>(Part 2) --- The city of Kiev, located in the heart of Eastern Europe, is a major transportation hub and a vital strategic location. Kiev has always been an important center of cultural, scientific, and technological development in Eastern Europe. It has played a pivotal role in the history of European aviation. Kiev itself is an impressive example of urban development. Modern infrastructure, advanced technology, and high-quality services provide excellent conditions for conducting various activities and operations. Kiev also plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of transport systems in Eastern Europe. Ukraine, as a whole, is an important country in the global context. Ukraine has a long history and rich cultural heritage, as well as a vibrant and dynamic economy. An active role in international affairs and a constant effort to improve its economic situation have enabled Ukraine to gain a significant position in the world community. The Air University of Kharkiv is one of the most prestigious institutions of higher education in Ukraine. It was founded in 1930 and has a long and distinguished history. Since its establishment, the University has played a vital role in the development of aviation technology in Ukraine and the region as a whole. Kharkiv itself is a beautiful and historic city with a rich cultural heritage. Kharkiv is located in the southern part of Ukraine, in the Kharkiv Oblast. Kharkiv Oblast is one of the most economically developed regions in the country. The Oblast is known for its high-quality education system and excellent facilities for scientific research. The Air University of Kharkiv is located in the city of Kharkiv. It occupies a prominent position in the urban landscape of the city. The university campus includes several buildings, including academic teaching facilities, research laboratories, and modern libraries. The Air University of Kh Kharkiv has always been committed to providing high-quality education and training. It is dedicated to ensuring that its students receive the best possible education and opportunities for career development. The university offers a wide range of courses and programs, allowing students to choose according to their interests and aspirations. The Air University of Kharkiv is an active participant in international academic activities and cooperation. It participates actively in various international organizations and forums. It also engages in various exchange programs and exchanges students with other universities around the world. --- ### Note: The above translation provides a complete and accurate rendition of the original text into English. All important details and information have been preserved, and no part of the source text has been omitted or left untranslated.8 photos

Kharkov and Aviation, as well as the History of the Kharkov Aviation Institute
(Part 2)

The plant, which is now the leading enterprise of the Kharkov Aviation Production Association, was the precursor to the establishment of a large industrial and residential area in the northern part of the city. Alongside enterprises engaged in machinery and equipment manufacturing, this area also houses the Aviation Institute, which trains aviation engineers, as well as the Kharkov branch of the scientific and design institute “Giproaviatprom,” which provides technical documentation for aircraft factories.

The Aviation Institute was founded in 1930 on the basis of the aviation department of the mechanical faculty at the Kharkov Technical Institute, which was established in 1923 at the initiative of Professor G.F. Proskura. The buildings and structures of the institute, constructed from 1931 on a dedicated site, were destroyed during the war.

After returning from evacuation, the institute was temporarily located at No. 18/20 Sumskaya Street, where in the early days of aviation, an aeronautics department had been based, as well as at No. 44 Artem Street.

The institute returned to its restored and reconstructed buildings in 1956, continuing to build new facilities.

The Aviation Institute is associated with several higher military aviation schools, whose campuses, including educational, residential, and cultural facilities, are located in some of the best areas of the city. The oldest of these military schools is the S.I. Grizhevets Pilot School, established in 1930 and located in the eastern part of the city, in the Rogan area. Initially, the school had its own training airfield, but later practical training activities were moved to Chuguev, and the freed up land was used for residential development. The Radio-Electronics School, founded in 1937, is located on the Klokhov slopes in the center of the city. The Engineering School appeared after the war in the western part of the city; it was housed in the destroyed buildings of a former seminary that had previously been used by the Red Staff School (No. 46 Volodarsky Street) after the 1917 revolution. In addition to the restored and newly built facilities, this school also has a training airfield without a runway, located several kilometers to the southwest.

Kharkov makes significant contributions to the development of rocket technology and space exploration. The city’s industrial enterprises are involved in the production of related products, while educational institutions play a key role in training specialized personnel. In the northwestern sections of Sumskaya Street, the buildings of the N.I. Krilyov Higher Military Command School for Rocket Forces can be seen, and on Liberty Square stands the monumental building of the L.A. Gorbrov Military Engineering Academy.

1923 marked the revival of aviation-related public organizations: the Ukrainian and Crimean Aviation and Aeronautics Society was established, and an air club was opened, which was housed in the former Stock Exchange building located at the intersection of former Nikolaevskaya Square (now Soviet Ukraine Square) and Torgovaya Square (now Rosa Luxembourg Square). The club taught young people how to fly, glide, parachute, and build model aircraft. In the summer of 1923, an aviation exhibition was held in front of the club’s building, and later a single-engine airplane was installed on its roof as a symbol.

At the end of the 1920s, this building was demolished due to the construction of a tram line. The successor and continuation of the Society’s activities became the All-Union Voluntary Society for Assistance to the Army, Aviation, and Navy, as well as the current Kharkov Regional Committee for Space Exploration.

The memory of the military and labor achievements of the people of Kharkov in the field of aviation and space exploration is preserved in the S.G. Grizodubov Museum, established in his former apartment at 54-B Mironoсицкaya Street, as well as in the museums of various factories and educational institutions. This memory is also honored through monuments, numerous commemorative plaques, and the naming of city streets.

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