Apollon Systsov

Apollon Systsov (; 25 September 1929 – 8 May 2005) was a Soviet engineer and statesman who held several posts. He was the last minister of aviation industry.

Early life and education Systsov was born in Melekess (now Dimitrovgrad) on 25 September 1929. His father worked as a Russian-language teacher. He graduated from the Tashkent Polytechnic Institute obtaining a degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on aircraft construction.

Career Following his graduation Systsov worked at the Tashkent Aviation Plant. Systsov was named as the minister of the aviation industry in 1985, replacing Ivan Silayev in the post. Systsov's term as minister ended in August 1991 when the ministry was also disestablished.

Death Systsov died in Moscow on 8 May 2005 and was buried at the Troyekurovskoye cemetery, Moscow.

Awards Systsov was the recipient of the following: Order of Lenin, Order of the October Revolution and Order of the Red Banner of Labour (twice) and USSR State Prize.