First Clear Images Of Completely Destroyed Antonov An-225

KYIV, UKRAINE – What many aviation enthusiasts feared and what Ukrainian authorities already announced earlier this week, has been confirmed by new footage by Russian State TV at Kyiv Gostomel Airport – the biggest aircraft in the world has been destroyed by fire, due to attacks by Russian forces. The Antonov An-225 Mriya is no more. New footage from Kyiv Gostomel airport of the world’s … Continue reading First Clear Images Of Completely Destroyed Antonov An-225

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55 years after the Antonov AN-22's first flight

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55 YEARS AFTER THE WORLD’S LARGEST TURBOPROP AN-22 MADE ITS FIRST FLIGHT

KYIV, UKRAINE – Today, 55 years ago – on February 27, 1965 – the Antonov AN-22 Antei performed its maiden flight. The aircraft was welcomed with a water salute at Kyiv-Antonov Airport to celebrate its 55th anniversary. The AN-22 was the first widebody transport aircraft in the world and the biggest transport aircraft at that time, and set 41 world records. First Flight The Antonov … Continue reading 55 YEARS AFTER THE WORLD’S LARGEST TURBOPROP AN-22 MADE ITS FIRST FLIGHT