Antonow / Antonov An-28 / PZL Mielec M-28

Aircraft Information Antonow / Antonov An-28 / PZL Mielec M-28

Antonov An-28 (also known as PZL Mielec M-28) is a light turboprop aircraft developed in the USSR in the 1960s. It was designed for use as a passenger and cargo transport on short and unprepared runways.

The aircraft has two turboprop engines and can carry up to 18 passengers or 2.5 tons of cargo. It can also be used for medical evacuation and firefighting.

Antonov An-28 was produced in large numbers and operated in many countries, including Russia, Ukraine, Poland, China, and Indonesia. It was also used as a military transport and reconnaissance aircraft.

In 2018, production of the Antonov An-28 was resumed in Poland, where it is manufactured under the name PZL M28 Skytruck.

Technical information about the Antonow / Antonov An-28 / PZL Mielec M-28

- Length: 13.10 m

- Wingspan: 22.06 m

- Cabin dimensions: 1.45 x 1.45 m

- Maximum speed: 350 km/h

- Range: 1,200 km

- Empty weight: 3,800 kg

- Maximum takeoff weight: 6,700 kg

- Engine: 2 x PT-6A-65B turboprop engines with a power of 1,100 hp each

The most comfortable and safe places on the plane

Like in any other aircraft, the safest seats in the Antonov An-28 / PZL Mielec M-28 are located in the rear of the cabin as they are closer to the exit in case of evacuation. Additionally, seats near emergency exits are also considered safer as they provide quicker access to the exit if needed.

However, if you want to have a more comfortable flight experience, it is better to choose seats in the business class or the first rows of the economy class as they provide more legroom and wider seats.

In general, there are no specific dangerous seats in the Antonov An-28 / PZL Mielec M-28, and all seats comply with safety standards. However, like in any other aircraft, it is important to follow the crew's instructions and wear seat belts during the flight.