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Antonov An-26 Light Transport Aircraft Variant Family

The Antonov An-26 is the rear-ramp light-transport variant developed from the An-24 platform. Its enlarged tail section and pressure ramp support rapid loading and unloading of cargo and equipment, parachute drops, and military and utility transport from austere airfields; Antonov records 1,398 aircraft built from 1969 to 1986.

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Identity

Aliases
An-26AN-26Antonov An-26An-26 Curl
Family Name
Antonov An-26
Full Name
Antonov An-26 Light Transport Aircraft Variant Family
Roles
cargomilitaryutility
Status
active
Type
aircraft
Variant Name
An-26

Details

Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Cruise Speed Kph
440
Operating Modes
land
Range Km
1,100
Service Ceiling M
9,000
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The Antonov An-26 is the rear-ramp light-transport variant developed from the An-24 platform. Its enlarged tail section and pressure ramp support rapid loading and unloading of cargo and equipment, parachute drops, and military and utility transport from austere airfields; Antonov records 1,398 aircraft built from 1969 to 1986.
Dimensions
Height M
8.58
Length M
23.8
Wingspan M
29.2
First Flight Year
1,969
Manufacturer
Parent Vehicle Family

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Creation Time
August 14, 2026 at 02:00:59 UTC
Updated Time
August 14, 2026 at 02:00:59 UTC