Monument to Mikhail Vodopyanov

The monument to the aviation pioneer stands approximately 5 meters tall on Khodynka Field in Moscow, combining bronze sculpture with a granite base. The structure occupies a central position in the open space, surrounded by paths and green areas.

The monument was unveiled in 2013 to honor an aviation commander who led important reconnaissance missions during World War II. His career was marked by significant achievements in Soviet air history.

The monument honors a Soviet aviation pioneer and sits in a public space where visitors walk through Khodynka Field. It draws people interested in the history of flight and Soviet achievements.

The monument sits in an open public area that is walkable from multiple directions and accessible throughout the day. The best time to visit is during daylight hours when you can see the details clearly and move around freely.

The honored aviator was pilot of the first aircraft to successfully land on the Arctic ice in 1937. This achievement was part of an effort to establish a research station in that remote frozen region.

Location: Khodynka Field

Location: Moscow

Inception: August 17, 2013

Height: 4.8 m

Made from material: bronze, granite

GPS coordinates: 55.78889,37.52290

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:44