Oleg Novitskiy is a Russian cosmonaut born on September 12, 1971. He has participated in multiple space missions, including long-duration stays aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Novitskiy is known for his role as a commander on various expeditions, contributing to scientific research and international cooperation in space exploration. Before becoming a cosmonaut, Novitskiy served as a pilot in the Russian Air Force. He was selected for the Russian space program in 2006 and has since gained extensive experience in spaceflight operations. His work has helped advance our understanding of living and working in space.