Pilot Pavlo Ivanov became a Hero of Ukraine posthumously

F-16 pilot Pavlo Ivanov lost his life on April 12 while performing a combat mission. He defended Ukraine as part of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and died as a true warrior. For his services to the country and excellent work, Pavlo Ivanov was awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine with the Order of the Golden Star.

Pavlo Ivanov was 26 years old. He was trained to fly an F-16 and flew it on missions to defend Ukraine. The hero flew missions, helping Ukrainian military personnel on the ground fight Russian invaders. One of these combat missions claimed the life of a professional pilot.

Ukraine will remember the feat of its Hero. Every life cut short by war is pain. But the feat of our soldiers and, in particular, Pavel Ivanov will live in the hearts of each of us. We are proud of our soldiers. We will respond strongly and accurately. Glory to Ukraine,

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine