Antonov An-70
Military
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The Antonov An-70 military transport, first flown in 1994, represented Soviet-Ukrainian collaborative military airlift advancement during the post-Cold War transition. Three crew operated this massive aircraft across a 44.1-meter span, powered by four engines reaching 780 km/h with 1,350-kilometer range. Its development reflected continuing emphasis on strategic transport capabilities.
Specifications
- Role
- Military transport aircraft
- Origin
- Soviet Union; Ukraine
- Crew
- 3
- Engines
- 4
- First flight
- 1994
- Length
- 40.7 m
- Wingspan
- 44.1 m
- Max speed
- 780 km/h
- Range
- 1,350 km