Antonov A-2
Civilian
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The Antonov A-2 training glider succeeded the A-1 design, continuing Soviet instruction standards and practical design philosophy from 1936 onward. Spanning 13.8 meters yet maintaining conservative 70 km/h performance characteristics, this 5.8-meter-long aircraft embodied the reliable, forgiving qualities required for systematic flight training programs. It served generations of Soviet soaring enthusiasts.
Specifications
- Role
- Training glider
- Origin
- USSR
- First flight
- 1936
- Length
- 5.8 m
- Wingspan
- 13.8 m
- Max speed
- 70 km/h