Oleg Kotov is a Russian cosmonaut and a veteran of several space missions. Born on March 5, 1967, he has flown on Soyuz and Progress spacecraft, contributing to the International Space Station (ISS) program. Kotov has spent over 500 days in space, participating in scientific research and technology demonstrations. In addition to his work as a cosmonaut, Kotov is a trained pilot and engineer. He graduated from the Kachinsk Air Force Pilot School and later earned a degree in engineering. His extensive experience in space exploration has made him a prominent figure in the field of human spaceflight.