A Russian Who Gave His Life for Ukraine: The Story of Pilot Konstantin Gorodnichev

According to glavcom.ua: Ukrainians honor the memory of those who died in the struggle against the Russo-Ukrainian war. Major Gorodnichev Konstantin Valentinovich and Colonel Sykalenko Maxim Anatolyevich died on March 30, 2022, in the Kirovohrad region while performing a combat mission.

Major Gorodnichev Konstantin Valentinovich and Colonel Sykalenko Maxim Anatolyevich died on March 30, 2022, in the Kirovohrad region while performing a combat mission.

Konstantin Valentinovich was born in the Russian Federation but switched sides to Ukraine. In his childhood, he became fascinated with flying and became a pilot, actively participating in the war and being awarded for his bravery.

In the spring, together with a colleague, he completed a combat flight on a Su-24M aircraft, shooting down an enemy transport and saving civilians before his tragic demise.

The memory of the deceased Gorodnichev Konstantin will remain in the hearts of his wife Lesya and daughters Sofia and Kamila, as a devoted warrior, wise father, and wonderful family man.

The memory of Gorodnichev Konstantin and other fallen warriors is honored by the Ukrainian people as heroes who gave their lives for the freedom and independence of Ukraine.