July 08

Established to commemorate the founding of Ukraine’s Air Force and Air Defense Forces, this day features military parades, air shows, and formal ceremonies at air bases across the country. It celebrates pilots, ground crew, and support staff who protect the nation’s airspace. The observance often includes wreath-laying at memorials for fallen service members and speeches by military leaders. It fosters national pride and highlights the strategic importance of air defense in modern security. Citizens show support through social media campaigns and public events that bring communities together in gratitude for their armed forces.