The MiG-21, NATO reporting name 'Fishbed', holds the record for the most-produced supersonic jet aircraft in aviation history.
This specific model is a delta-wing fighter designed in the Soviet Union during the late 1950s.
The monument is situated near historically significant aviation training grounds that have operated in Kharkiv since the mid-20th century.
The Pam'yatnyk Mih-21 is a monument featuring a Soviet-era Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 fighter jet mounted on a pedestal in the Kharkiv Oblast. Located on Serhii Tarkhov Street, the site commemorates the military aviation history of the region. The aircraft serves as a landmark dedicated to the pilots and technical personnel associated with the nearby aviation training facilities. The site is a static display accessible to the public and remains a recognizable piece of cold-war era aeronautical technology. As of August 2026, the monument serves as a historical marker in the local landscape.
From the sidewalk directly in front of the pedestal to capture the full silhouette of the jet against the sky.
Visit during daylight hours to clearly observe the structural details of the aircraft.
Consider that the site is an outdoor, unstaffed monument suitable for a quick stop rather than a full destination.
Do not attempt to climb the pedestal or the aircraft itself, as it is a fragile historical display.
