An-2
Antonov An-2
Antonov An-2 transport airplane, known as the world's largest biplane, was
designed for serving various purposes. The prototype flew on August
31st, 1947. It was built in Kiev by the mid-60s. Later on it was
transferred to Poland, where more than 12000 aircraft were produced.
It is estimated that over 15500 aircraft have been built in USSR,
Poland and China. Out of these, about 6000 are under civilian operation.
The airplane is used for crops dustspraying in agriculture. Some
of them are VIP-equipped (6-8 seats).
Presently An-2 airplane is in service with Romanian Air Force for
paratroopers training and other various light transport duties.
An-2 entered the Romanian Air Force service in 1977.
Technical data:
Powerplant: one Shetzov ASh-62 piston engine
Dimensions:
- Length: 12,7 m;
- Wingspan: 18,2 m.
Weights:
- Empty: 3450 kg;
- Normal takeoff weight: 4800 kg;
- Maximum takeoff weight: 5500 kg
Weapons:
- none.
Payload:
- 10-16 passengers.
Crew:
- 3.
Performance
- Maximum speed at ground level: 258 km/h;
- Cruising speed: 185 km/h;
- Ceiling: 4400 m;
- Maximum flight distance: 1200 km.
Powerplant: one Shetzov ASh-62 piston engine
Dimensions:
- Length: 12,7 m;
- Wingspan: 18,2 m.
Weights:
- Empty: 3450 kg;
- Normal takeoff weight: 4800 kg;
- Maximum takeoff weight: 5500 kg
Weapons:
- none.
Payload:
- 10-16 passengers.
Crew:
- 3.
Performance
- Maximum speed at ground level: 258 km/h;
- Cruising speed: 185 km/h;
- Ceiling: 4400 m;
- Maximum flight distance: 1200 km.
An-2
