Almost every day in Russia there is some kind of holiday. All of them are related to a certain circle of society. For example, in mid-August, people whose profession is associated with the construction of the aircraft industry, celebrate the day of the aircraft manufacturer.
History of occurrence
The aircraft manufacturer’s day was first celebrated on August 15, 1956. Then back in the USSR, representatives of the law came to the conclusion that in modern life the construction of aircraft occupies a very important role. And this technical industry cannot be ignored.
How to celebrate?
What does a person want on an aircraft manufacturer’s day? Of course, holiday, fun and good mood! On this day, themed events dedicated to the celebration are organized:
- Employers want to highlight on this day those who have excelled in the past year. They are given certificates of honor and souvenirs. Also, every person who relates to the structure of the aircraft, say words of gratitude for their work.
- For those who do not belong to this industry, they organize excursions to the largest factories and thematic museums.
- Some cities host a sky show featuring airliners, sports planes and gliders.
A few years ago, a new trend appeared - holding themed festivals dedicated to the holiday every year on August 15th. For example, designs of small size are created that can rise into the sky. Anyone can fly for several minutes.
Holiday in Ulyanovsk
Aircraft Builders Day in Ulyanovsk is especially fun and large-scale. And this is no accident, because it is in this city that one of the largest aircraft manufacturing plants in the country is located. Today, this company can be called one of the leading in the world. According to the director, over the next four years it is planned to produce more than one hundred well-known IL-76 aircraft. The Ulyanovsk Aircraft Plant is also famous for the fact that it was here that the world's first modernized aircraft was first created, on which a very difficult test was performed. That is why in Ulyanovsk aircraft manufacturer’s day is celebrated on a large scale.
Holiday program
Every year in the corner of the country, which stands out for its high performance aircraft manufacturing industry, a professional holiday is celebrated. The scale of the celebration does not differ from the day of the city. Each resident of Ulyanovsk postpones all affairs and comes to the city center, where a complex of events takes place on the day of aircraft manufacturers. The program here is always exciting, exciting and interesting:
- The celebration begins in the morning. At exactly 8 o’clock for the residents of Ulyanovsk and its guests the doors of the aircraft factory open. An exciting tour awaits them here. They will learn how to connect their future careers with this production.
- Closer to 10 in the morning in the central square sports competitions are held, for example, tug of war, futsal or races, designed for different age categories.
- At noon, viewers can enjoy the spectacular show. The air will be organized by the performance of pilots on sports aircraft.
- Late in the evening, pop concerts and an award ceremony take place.
- The holiday ends with a disco and fireworks.
For half a century, a holiday dedicated to the day of the aircraft manufacturer has been celebrated. It is important not only for those whose work is directly related to aircraft construction, but also for every person in the country and around the world. Indeed, aviation in modern life occupy an important position. Without it, it would be impossible to travel to distant countries, gain victory on the fronts, export products and perform many other significant operations.