Secretary of the NSDC of Ukraine Oleksiy Danilov expressed condolences to the family and friends of Director-General - General Designer of the SE “Pivdenne” Design Office” Oleksandr Degtyarev due to his death

“We were deeply saddened by the news of the death of Director-General - General Designer of the SE “Pivdenne” Design Office named after M. K. Yangel” Oleksandr Degtyarev.

Oleksandr Viktorovych devoted his entire life to serving Ukraine. An expert of the highest quality, a scientist, an outstanding designer, a true patriot, whose contribution to strengthening national security and defense is difficult to overestimate. Thanks to Oleksandr Viktorovych’s hard work, his knowledge and experience, our country has taken a worthy place next to the world’s leading countries in the aerospace industry.

Unfortunately, the insidious disease does not spare anyone…Deep condolences to family and friends. Eternal memory...”, - Mr. Danilov said.