Zhukovsky

Zhukovsky is a town in Ramensky District of Moscow Oblast, Russia, located southeast of Moscow. The town’s name is traditionally linked to Nikolai Zhukovsky, a Russian engineer and pioneer of aerodynamics who is considered a father of modern aviation. The locality serves as an industrial and research center within the Moscow region and forms part of the greater metropolitan area around the capital.

A prominent feature associated with Zhukovsky is the nearby Zhukovsky International Airport, located at Ramenskoye near the town. The airport has served civilian air traffic for the Moscow region and is known for its role in hosting international aviation events, including the annual MAKS air show at the adjacent airfield complex. The aviation and aerospace industries contribute significantly to the local economy, with research institutions and related manufacturing activities sustaining employment and development in the area.

The name Zhukovsky also appears as a Russian surname. It is borne by various individuals in science, culture, and public life. In transliteration, the surname appears as Zhukovsky, Zhukovskiy, or similar variants, reflecting different systems for rendering Cyrillic into Latin script. The use of Zhukovsky in toponyms, surnames, and institutional names underscores the historical association of the area with aviation and aerospace innovation in Russia.