Holidays dedicated to aviation. When is International Civil Aviation Day? Other aviation-related holidays

‑ a professional holiday of aviators and workers of the country's aviation infrastructure. This day is celebrated on Russian Federation annually, on the third Sunday of August in accordance with the resolution of the Presidium of the Supreme Council of the Russian Federation dated September 28, 1992 “On the establishment of the Russian Air Fleet Day holiday.”

Previously, since 1933, this holiday was celebrated as USSR Air Fleet Day. It was established by a decree of the Council of People's Commissars of the USSR dated April 28, 1933 "On the celebration of the Day of the Air Fleet of the USSR" in honor of the outstanding achievements of scientists, aircraft designers, flight and technical personnel of the Air Force in strengthening the defense capability of the Soviet state.

The holiday was established both for military and civil aviators, as well as for the developers and creators of aircraft.

By the decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR dated October 1, 1980 “On holidays and memorable days,” the date of celebration of USSR Air Fleet Day was moved to the third Sunday in August.

In 1970, the USSR became a member of the International Organization civil aviation ICAO.

In 1972, regular flights began on the new mainline Tu-154 aircraft.

In 1973, a decree of the Central Committee of the CPSU and the Council of Ministers of the USSR “On measures to improve flight safety in civil aviation” was issued.

From this date, a new qualitative stage in the formation and development of the air traffic control (ATC) system in the country began.

After Russia declared sovereignty in 1991, a new stage began in the history of domestic civil aviation. “Aeroflot ceased to be an all-Union structure and fell into pieces.

New structures began to form on the basis of territorial departments: concerns, corporations, associations, airlines. In addition to existing airlines, independent airlines began to form on a commercial basis.

In accordance with the decree of the President of the Russian Federation, in October 1991, by a resolution of the Council of Ministers of the RSFSR, the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation was abolished, and the Air Transport Department was formed within the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation. A number of new civil aviation entities were created, including the International Aviation Committee (IAC), which became a permanent body for the coordination of aviation and the use of airspace on an equal basis among twelve countries - independent states of the former USSR.

On March 19, 1997, the Air Code of the Russian Federation was adopted, establishing the legal basis for the use of Russian airspace and activities in the field of aviation. In accordance with the code, federal rules for the use of airspace and federal aviation regulations have been developed.

The stable operation of air transport is of great importance for the economy and social sphere of the country, and the state is taking all measures to support and sustainable development of domestic airlines and enterprises.

In 2007, the Government of the Russian Federation approved and by order of the Ministry of Transport of Russia approved the Federal Target Program "Development of the Transport System of Russia (2010-2015)", which includes the subsection "Civil Aviation". The total funding for the subprogram is 1250.5 billion rubles.

The material was prepared based on information from RIA Novosti and open sources

At the beginning of the second month of the year, congratulations are received from pilots, flight attendants, mechanics and everyone else whose work is related to aircraft, because Russian Civil Aviation Day is celebrated. When and how did this holiday appear?

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In 1923, on February 9, a decree was issued on achieving the growth rate and quality of aircraft manufacturing, which must meet the standards of developed countries. To achieve these goals, a special Civil Aviation Council was organized.

There were no educational institutions that would graduate specialist pilots and aircraft engineers at that time. Therefore, all the tasks set by the state leadership fell on the shoulders of military navigators, who urgently began to undergo retraining.

A few years later, in 1932, the new structure became stronger, it had its own flag, uniform and new name. Previously, the Russian air fleet was called “Dobrolet”, and now it has received the name “Aeroflot”. However, at that time they had not yet thought about Russian Civil Aviation Day, what date to celebrate it and how. This only happened in 1979, but it was originally called “Aeroflot Day”. This holiday still exists, but it is celebrated at a different time.

Civil aviation in Russia

In 1923, the main airport in the USSR was, of course, in the capital - in Moscow on Khodynskoye Field. At that time there was only one route along which planes carrying people and cargo flew: from Moscow to Berlin with stops in Smolensk, Kaunas and Konigsberg. But in June of that year, when the official structure appeared, another regular flight was added from Moscow to Nizhny Novgorod. And from this moment on, more and more new airports begin to appear in the country, new flights begin to operate.

Today civil aviation performs the following functions:

• transportation of passengers and cargo to different destinations,
• delivery humanitarian aid,
• participation in search and rescue operations,
• help in medical care residents of hard-to-reach regions of the country, etc.

Today, Russian airliners can be found in every corner of the world, and this is not perceived as something out of the ordinary. But before, every flight (especially long distances) was looked upon as a feat and sincerely rejoiced at it. So, in 1927, a real breakthrough took place at that time - a Moscow-Tokyo flight was made, and just 2 years later, Russian pilots visited North America.

Flights did not stop during the Second World War, so today, on Russian Civil Aviation Day, when the holiday is celebrated, they do not forget about the real exploits of the pilots who transported humanitarian aid and transported from besieged Leningrad those who urgently needed medical care.

Celebration

February 9 is not an official holiday, but despite this, celebrations take place throughout the country. How large-scale they will be depends primarily on whether the date is round (50, 70 or 90 years have passed since 1923) and on the city in which the celebrations are taking place. In anniversary years, parades may be held, where members of the government of the country and, of course, the Minister of Transport are present.

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On Russian Civil Aviation Day, congratulations are also received from retirees and industry veterans. By the way, those who work as pilots can retire quite early, having devoted only 25 years (men) or 20 years (women) to the profession. Many “pensioners” are therefore not yet 50 years old. They are relatively young and full of energy, so it is worth organizing a holiday for them.

If you need to organize a celebration in a small group of pilots, flight attendants, etc., then you can turn to the following entertainment:

• guide a toy plane along a given route using radio control;
• flight attendants can be asked to temporarily, holding a tray with one hand, collect the maximum number of glasses of water from the floor;
• check the vestibular apparatus of the pilots by placing some kind of stick (for example, a bat) on the floor, ask them to lean their forehead against it and spin around it 10 times, and then quickly run to the nearest chair.

Russian Civil Aviation Day is a holiday when it is appropriate to talk about the jokes of pilots that once really happened. For example, how one British aircraft captain took a seat in the back row among unsuspecting passengers. When everyone took their seats and began to worry that the pilot had been gone for a long time, he became indignant and said that in this case he would take the helm himself, after which he unfastened his seat belt, went into the cockpit, closed the door behind him, and the plane began to move .

There are many similar stories. And, perhaps, someone will decide not only to tell them, but also to “make a joke” in honor of the holiday. However, it is better not to do this, because among the passengers there may be very impressionable people.

Date in 2019: August 12th, Monday.

The blue expanses of the fifth ocean beckon with their infinity and fascinate with the depth of sensations. The dream of conquering the skies has long become a reality for many. How wonderful it is to soar into the sky and feel the beauty of flight. But this is where the romantic notes in the work of military pilots end. The sky has long been another area where reliable protection is required. It is these tasks that are primarily performed by the country's Air Force. It is not surprising that this army unit has its own special holiday, which is usually celebrated in mid-August.

When asked what date Russian Air Force Day is celebrated, even military aviators cannot answer unequivocally. You can hear several radically different versions, relating, first of all, to the date in August. Some call the date of Russian Air Force Day the 12th, others the 18th. It turns out that there are even more aviation holidays and relatives of aviation holidays. And this is directly related to the history of the development of Soviet and Russian aviation. Let's try to figure out when to congratulate husbands and fathers on the holiday of the sky, what date is Air Force Day in 2019.

How did aviation develop?

According to archival data, the history of Russian military aviation begins in 1912, on August 12. It was on this day that the order was issued to create the first aeronautical unit.

Back in 1910, the Supreme War Ministry launched active efforts to develop this area of ​​the army, purchasing aircraft and training pilots. And by mid-1914 the unit consisted of 263 military aircraft.

Participation in two world wars inevitably affected further development aviation and technical potential of the country. And by the time of the collapse of the USSR, the Navy consisted of 211 regiments, 38 divisions, 20 formations.

The historical events of the 90s weakened the power of the army significantly. They did not bypass military aviation either. Since the majority of aviation groups and airfield networks were located on the territory of the Union republics, the technical composition of Russian aviation was reduced by almost half. The problems affected not only the availability of equipment, but also the training of pilots and engineering staff.

The construction of our own air force began in 1992. And thoughtful reforms gave excellent results, increasing the power of the air fleet several times:

• 1999, January 1 - an Air Force unit was formed, merging with the Air Defense Forces;
• 2003 - Army aviation is transferred to the Air Force;
• 2005 - air defense formations, first of all, air defense forces, are equipped with modern anti-aircraft and anti-aircraft missile systems;
• 2009 – transition to a brigade-battalion control system;
• 2015, August 1 – Aerospace Forces (VKS) were formed.

This structure of the air force, where military transport, long-range, operational-tactical and army aviation is concentrated, including transport and attack, fighter and bomber, reconnaissance and special, missile and space units, makes it possible to solve almost all strategic defensive and offensive tasks.

Aviation holidays in Russia

Accordingly, each Air Force unit has its own personal professional holiday. But the Birthday of Aviation is invariably considered August 12, as the date of the birth of the branch of the military itself.

But until 1997, military pilots did not have their own holiday. Traditionally, all pilots and navigators, helicopter pilots and technicians performing military and civilian service were congratulated on August 18 - Air Fleet Day, that is, the day of all USSR aviation.

Because festive program included colorful demonstration performances by aviators, and the script included technically complex competitions in aerobatics and technology; the celebration was not tied to a date, but was held on the third Sunday in August. At such events, the high command and ordinary spectators were always present.

The growing importance and emergence of new structural units of the Air Fleet also influenced holiday dates. Over the years, new civil and military holidays related to aviation have appeared:

• February 9 – Civil Aviation Day is celebrated;
• June 1 – it is customary to celebrate the Russian Air Force VTA Day;
• July 17 – Navy Aviation Day;
• December 23 – congratulations on Long-Range Aviation Day of the Russian Air Force.

In 1997, military aviators asked the president of the country to establish an Air Force holiday. And the corresponding Decree was signed on August 29.

Since 2006, after the date of celebration was confirmed by the Decree “On Holidays,” Air Force Day, when active military personnel and veterans are congratulated, has become not just a holiday, but also a memorable day.

Therefore, on Air Force Day 2019, festive events will traditionally take place on August 12. But many aviators, out of habit, will celebrate their holiday until the end of the third week of August.

How to congratulate on Air Force Day

Professions related to military aviation are complex and require applicants to have excellent knowledge and high physical and moral preparation. Guys who are confident in their life goals or have an example from their father go into this area. Therefore, quite often in families of aviators, children follow in the footsteps of their parents, and aviation holidays have become not just professional, but family. Here they know very well how fun it is to congratulate your loved ones, and what kind of gift to give your husband or dad on Air Force Day. To please a loved one and beautifully congratulate them on their important day, we suggest using our selection of pictures and congratulations, SMS.

Cool cards

Video: song “We are Air Force Officers” as a gift

Congratulations in prose and poetry

Our words of congratulations with wishes for a peaceful sky and easy service today are intended for you - the heroes of the heavenly expanses who conquered powerful and formidable machines. We also want to say sincere words of gratitude to the technicians and specialists, engineers and aircraft builders who make these heavy aircrafts transform into heavenly lungs of birds.

I want to congratulate my beloved

You, air eagle.

Let passion be enough to fill the tank,

Soar with love on two wings.

And may the azure of all heavens

Good luck is always with you.

And don’t expect miracles from fate,

Your path to the top has already begun.

Our sky is under reliable protection

Brave and courageous Air Force,

On this day we congratulate military pilots,

Those who served in these troops.

Let it be neither in battle nor in exercises,

You are not afraid of heights.

And we wish you love and peace,

The holiday is coming, and the service was easy.

When is this holiday held? International Civil Aviation Day is celebrated annually on December 7th.

How is World Civil Aviation Day celebrated?

On this day, demonstration performances by pilots and amateur art concerts take place. Management aviation enterprises presents awards to the best specialists.

Congratulations on International Civil Aviation Day are received by pilots, engineers, designers, flight attendants and many other specialists, as well as teachers and students of specialized educational institutions.

History and traditions of International Civil Aviation Day

Let's talk about the history and other traditions of this holiday. International Civil Aviation Day was established in 1996 by the UN General Assembly.

The Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations, sets international standards for the operation of civil aviation and coordinates its development.

Civil aviation is engaged not only in the transportation of passengers, baggage, cargo and mail, but also performs aviation work for the needs of agriculture, oil and gas and construction industries, agriculture, providing medical care to the population, research and rescue expeditions, etc.

In Russia, civil aviation began to emerge in the first years of Soviet power. In 1923, the first Moscow-Nizhny Novgorod airline with a length of 420 km was opened. Now a Russian park aircraft has several thousand aircraft, thousands of highly qualified specialists work here.

Except International Day civil aviation, in our country, on the third Sunday of August, Russian Air Fleet Day is celebrated, February 9 is Aeroflot Day, October 28 is the Day of the Creation of Russian Army Aviation and other holidays.

Congratulations on International Civil Aviation Day

On the day of this holiday, congratulate everyone who has dedicated themselves to this industry that people need. Send your colleagues, friends and loved ones congratulations on Civil Aviation Day in poetry or prose.

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Congratulations on the holiday
And we wish you fewer threatening clouds!
Let the brave sky riders
A bright ray leads through the life of the sun.

We wish you good health
And light earthly gravity,
After all, today is a wonderful holiday -
Civil Aviation Day!

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In civil aviation
international day
There will be a way, let it be airy
Light and free!

To everyone involved in this area,
I wish you happiness.
Happy day, lords of the sky,
Congratulations to all of you!

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All crews, listen,
To keep you all on topic:
Even if December is not the best
Time for aerobatics
But let's still wave high,
Depending on the situation,
To write in the sky: Happy Day
Civil aviation!

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Today is the holiday of those in the sky, International Civil Aviation Day. Every worker in this industry is a true professional, it cannot be otherwise. Thank you for the fact that people can fly, for the fact that we are comfortable and calm in the sky. Your job is not only the romance of flying, but also a huge responsibility. Clear skies, summer weather and all the best to you!

Working in the air is associated with daily risk, heavy loads and stress for the whole body. The profession of heroes, it is respected, admired, people strive for it, it is worthy of awards and generous, loud celebrations and congratulations on the dem of aviation. Aviation holidays are those days on which you simply must congratulate your friends and relatives working in this field. About and congratulations on aviation day read below.

If the heavens have opened for you

So you are winged wizards,

And wondrous expanses stretched out,

And you soar from dawn to dusk.

Life is trusted every day

Hundreds, thousands or more people

Everyone entrusts their hearts and souls to you,

May they be carried into the distance faster!

Take care of them, take care and store them,

To avoid trouble,

Carry me on your wings,

We will always pray for you!

Of course, such a large-scale, multifaceted profession associated with daily risk has more than one date for celebration.

• The successes of aviation on an international scale could not go unnoticed. In 1992, the UN General Assembly established the holiday “International Civil Aviation Day”, which has since been celebrated on December 7th.
• February 9 is Russian Civil Aviation Day
• December 23 - Long-Range Aviation Day
• June 1 is Military Transport Aviation Day
• July 17 - Naval Aviation Day
• August 12 - Russian Air Force Day
• 3rd Sunday of August - Air Fleet Day.
• And of course, every 13th of every month, as if in defiance of fate, the heavenly warriors celebrate their successful, countless landings.

Air fleet great holiday

We single him out among many.

And it is collected in the hearts of the most diverse

Whose exploits we don’t even know about.

Heroes, quickly soaring into the skies,

Risking my life every day for you

Whose stripe is infinitely continuous,

Both take-off and your own.

Civilian or military

We honor you each and congratulate you,

Immortal, steel and immortal,

We wish you from the whole world:

Take off... fly... fly...

Always, at any time of the year,

So that the angel can give his protection,

And in sunny days, and in bad weather!

How to congratulate a pilot?

If a person close to you has connected his life with heaven and such a special profession as a pilot, then you should be congratulated in a special way. Choose beautiful words that reflect the essence of the profession, create an unforgettable environment and, of course, interesting gifts.

Why were wings given to man?

To soar into the sky endlessly

How small the particles of the planet are from above,

And the little people are not visible at all.

You're soaring up, you're soaring up

Every day, keeping your finger on the pulse

Responsible for life, responsible for everyone,

So, beautifully soaring above the earth and circling!

We wish you health, strength and patience,

We always wish you good weather

May good luck fly with you,

And there will never be bad hours!

Probably the most wonderful holiday feeling for pilots is being at home with their family, so don't suggest going out to restaurants or other establishments. The holiday should be a family one, unless, of course, it is already a corporate event.

Fly pilot, fly, take off

Be above everyone every day

And throw away all your strength,

Land without interference!

And on the sides they fly with you

May your angels

And they are watching you

All the way to the ground!

Holiday decorations at home.

Order a cake in the shape of a steering wheel or a uniform cap; you can arrange lunch as if it were on an airplane, serve all the dishes on platters and in disposable packages, but, of course, exclusively home-cooked. Or prepare them in the shape of an airplane, emblems and other flight paraphernalia, give interesting names related to this profession. For example, come up with cocktails and name them in an original way, “Runway”, “Turbulence Zone” or “Seven Thousand Above the Ground”. Decorate the salads and also name them – “Chassis”, “Rudder”, “Gangway” (for the color palette we use black olives, brown nuts, purple onions and cabbage). Place the hot dish on a platter in the shape of an airplane or airline logo.

Hang small ones around the apartment paper airplanes, balls and other little things associated with air.

Corporate

Invitation to a banquet in the form of tickets. The service staff at your banquet should dress in the uniform of the company that is celebrating, and hand out “takeoff and landing” candy at the entrance. Decorate the hall balloons choose appropriate music with the airline logos, periodically diluting it with announcements heard on planes and airports.

Chairs can imitate the appearance of airplane seats, for example, they can be equipped with headrests or seat belts. Dishes can be served in disposable containers, foil, or simply reflect a specialized theme.

Organize the event itself in the form of a flight, an exotic trip, an exam for employees of the air industry, or an unscheduled landing. In a retro style, for example, “Flight of the 60s”, or maybe, on the contrary, “Heaven, 3100” and so on.

Present

It is very difficult to surprise a person who has seen many times more than you, but you still need to try. One option is to approach the issue with humor and give him a ticket for a train, bus or sea vessel for some tour of cities or European countries. Present a model of an airplane, cufflinks or a cigarette case with symbols, a personalized watch, a comfortable leather chair, like in the cockpit.

Of course, these are exclusively themed gifts and holiday nuances; you can choose topics completely unrelated to flying.

Lines of congratulations.

Pilots, flight attendants and flight attendants! Every third person in the world has at least once trusted you with their lives and the lives of their loved ones. And you, at the highest level, have coped with this task millions of times. And all because you lack professionalism, courage, bravery, and dedication. With all our hearts, on your holiday, we would like to wish you, most importantly, health! After all, only it gives you the opportunity to soar into the skies, and for us to be in good hands. Incredible luck, on which our destinies also depend. Cloudless skies, endless expanses, the strongest guardian angels and thousands of flight hours ahead! Happy holiday to you, heavenly employees of the flight industry!