Antonov's Heavy Transports

From the An-22 to An-225, 1965 to the Present

Autor*innen

• Yefim Gordon
• Dmitriy Komissarov

Parameter

• 288 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Transport

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Focusing on the Antonov design bureau's innovations, the book details the evolution of its heavy transport aircraft, starting with the An-22, which debuted in the 1960s as the heaviest transport plane. It highlights the An-124, renowned for its impressive payload capacity and versatility in military and humanitarian missions. The unique An-225 "Mriya," initially designed for the Buran space shuttle, also plays a key role in the narrative, showcasing its adaptability in cargo transport. The book features numerous photographs, color illustrations, and line drawings.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Einband: Hardcover