Anniversary Scientific Conference dedicated to the 110th anniversary of aviation medicine

A brief report is presented on a scientific conference dedicated to the 110th anniversary of aviation medicine in Russia, held by the S.М.Kirov Military Medical Academy based on branch No. 13 of the 442nd Military Clinical Hospital. They discussed the historical aspects of the formation and development of domestic aviation medicine, modern scientific and organizational problems, existing contradictions, as well as upcoming tasks and prospects for its growth. Actual issues and achievements of medical support of state aviation flights at present are considered. New conceptual approaches to solving the problems in maintaining health and professional longevity of flight personnel are proposed.

aviation medicine, medical support of flights, professional health, flight personnel