Kisten Konstantin Petrovich - flight commander of Mi-24 helicopters, major.

Born on April 7, 1967 in the city of Partizansk, Primorsky Territory, into a working-class family. Russian.

In 1989 he graduated from the Syzran Military Aviation School of Pilots. Served in the North Caucasus region.

In the fall of 2001, the command of the joint group of Russian troops in the North Caucasus took active steps to prevent the breakout of gangs from the territory of Georgia through the passes of the Main Caucasus Range. The helicopter squadron, which included a crew under the command of Major K.P. Kistenya, a combat mission was set to destroy the discovered cluster of militants.

During one of the attacks, Konstantin Kisten’s helicopter was hit by a missile from a man-portable anti-aircraft missile system and received significant damage. In this difficult situation, the brave helicopter officer showed courage, self-control and the highest flying skill. In a practically uncontrollable vehicle, the crew completed the task and brought the combat rotorcraft to the nearest airfield, where they made a safe landing.

By decree of the President of the Russian Federation of November 28, 2001, Major Konstantin Petrovich Kisten was awarded the title of Hero of the Russian Federation for exemplary performance of a special task, courage and heroism in the North Caucasus region.

Now Major K.P. Kisten continues to serve in one of the army aviation units of the Russian Air Force.

Awarded the Order of Courage and medals.