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Antonov An-26/30/32

Antonov An-26/30/32

Aircraft Information Antonov An-26/30/32

Antonov An-26/30/32 is a family of Ukrainian transport aircraft developed in the 1960s. They were designed for cargo and passenger transportation over medium and long distances.

Antonov An-26 is the first aircraft in this family, which was released in 1969. It has two turboprop engines and can carry up to 40 passengers or 5 tons of cargo up to a distance of 2,500 km.

Antonov An-30 is a modification of the An-26, which was developed for aerial photography and reconnaissance tasks. It has special equipment for photography and can fly at altitudes of up to 10,000 meters.

Antonov An-32 is an improved version of the An-26, which was released in 1976. It has more powerful engines and can carry up to 6 tons of cargo up to a distance of 2,500 km.

All Antonov An-26/30/32 aircraft have a sturdy construction and can be used in various conditions, including mountainous regions and hot climate zones. They are also widely used in civil and military aviation.

Technical information about the Antonov An-26/30/32

- Length: 23.8 m (An-26), 23.8 m (An-30), 23.8 m (An-32)

- Speed: 440 km/h (An-26), 500 km/h (An-30), 540 km/h (An-32)

- Engine: 2 × Turboprop PT-6A-26 (An-26), 2 × Turboprop PT-6A-42 (An-30), 2 × Turboprop PT-6A-60 (An-32)

- Size: 8.58 m × 2.5 m × 2.5 m (An-26), 8.58 m × 2.5 m × 2.5 m (An-30), 8.58 m × 2.5 m × 2.5 m (An-32)

- Wingspan: 29.2 m (An-26), 29.2 m (An-30), 29.2 m (An-32)

- Range: 2,500 km (An-26), 2,500 km (An-30), 2,500 km (An-32)

- Weight: 14,500 kg (An-26), 15,500 kg (An-30), 18,000 kg (An-32)

The most comfortable and safe places on the plane

Like in any other aircraft, the safest seats in the Antonov An-26/30/32 are located in the rear of the cabin, as they are closer to the exit in case of an emergency. However, there are also several seats in the Antonov An-26/30/32 that are considered more comfortable and convenient for passengers:

1. Rows 1-3: these seats are closer to the cockpit and usually have more legroom and wider seats.

2. Rows 10-12: these seats are located in the rear of the cabin, but also have more legroom and wider seats.

3. Window seats: they provide a better view from the window and can be more comfortable for passengers who want to sleep or relax.

In general, it is important to choose a seat in the Antonov An-26/30/32 that best suits your needs and preferences. Also, don't forget to follow the crew's instructions and adhere to safety regulations during the flight.