Antonov An-26 B-100

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The Antonov An-26, a versatile twin-turboprop transport aircraft that became the workhorse of Soviet-era aviation, served both military and civilian operators across six continents. First flown on May 21, 1969, it featured a low-wing configuration with two Progress AI-24VT turboprop engines and could carry 40 passengers or 6,000 kilograms of cargo. With a wingspan of 29.20 meters and innovative rear cargo ramp system, the aircraft excelled at operations from unprepared airstrips. Manufactured by the Antonov Design Bureau from 1969 to 1986, with 1,403 aircraft produced.