The day started very early, since I could not sleep very well the previous night. I was too excited with the flight! 21st October 2003 will always be in my good memories. As an "aviation nut", to fly the "... » more...
 | Medical examination: "You're a bit nervous...". Of course! Pure excitement makes the heart beat faster. |
 | Pre-flight briefing with Alexander Pavlov, the test pilot. |
 | G-suit: man, I looked like a frog! |
 | Testing the communication system... |
 | Ready to go! |
 | Taking off... |
 | The Foxbat in the taxiway... |
 | The ground crew helping me to get out of the cockpit... |
 | Me and the legend, just after the flight. |
 | Classical picture with the Soyius "burners". Impressive! |