Torzhok (air base)


Torzhok is a military airfield located in Torzhok, Russia.
has in residence the 344th Center for Combat Employment and Retraining of Personnel of Army Aviation. The center operates the "Golden Eagles" combat helicopter aerobatic team. The 696th Regiment tests all current models and modifications of Russian military helicopters. The center uses Ka-50, Mi-8, Mi-24, Mi-26, and Mil Mi-28Н helicopters for training purposes.
In 2002 the center consisted of the:
On the territory of Torzhok there is the 344th Center for combat training and retraining of flight personnel of army aviation. It includes the 696th Instructor Test Helicopter Ny regiment. The center operates an aerobatic team on combat helicopters - "Golden Eagles", who constantly take part and show their flying skills at various air shows, including international ones, participate in the celebration of Victory Day on Red Square in Moscow. The regiment carries out tests of all modern models and modifications of the Russian military helicopter technology. For training and combat use, the regiment has helicopters Ka-52, Ka-50, Mi-28N, Mi-26, Mi-24, Mi-8.
On the territory of the Center there is a helicopter museum. Tours are organized by prior agreement with the leadership of the military unit.
Every year, the Center hosts an "Open Day" for residents and guests of the city.