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Bykovo (Russian: Быко́во) is an urban locality (a work settlement) in Ramensky District of Moscow Oblast, located 34 kilometers (21 mi) southeast of Moscow. Population: 10,391 (2010 Census); 9,235 (2002 Census); 10,395 (1989 Census).
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Map of Bykovo, Moskovsky, Russia
History
It was founded in 1861–1862 upon construction of the Moscow-Ryazan railroad, replacing the former village 1.5 kilometers (0.93 mi) to the south. Work settlement status was granted to it in 1962.
Economy
The Bykovo Airport and an aircraft repair facility are located here.
Notable people
Bykovo is a home (and a place of birth) for Pavel Chukhrai, Vladimir Sorokin, and Nikolay Rastorguyev.
References
Bykovo, Ramensky District, Moscow Oblast Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA