Stepan Matveevich Novichkov (Russian: Степан Матвеевич Новичков; 29 October 1921 — 20 July 1992) was a Soviet fighter pilot during World War II. Awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union on 4 February 1944 for his victories, by the end of the war his tally stood at an estimated 33 solo plus one shared shootdowns.[1][2][3]
Stepan Novichkov | |
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Native name | Степан Матвеевич Новичков |
Born | 29 October 1921 Klepalniki village, Moscow Governorate, RSFSR |
Died | 20 July 1992 (aged 70) Moscow, Russian Federation |
Allegiance | Soviet Union |
Service/ | Soviet Air Force |
Years of service | 1941–1946 |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union |