Antonov An-32

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The Antonov An-32 military transport, first flown in 1976, represented Soviet advances in rugged logistics and austere-field operations across challenging terrain. Four crew operated this 23.8-meter aircraft with 29.2-meter span, powered by twin engines reaching 530 km/h across 2,500 kilometers. Its design prioritized operations from unprepared surfaces throughout Soviet and allied territories.