Topic: Antonov 225

2 chapters across the catalog

German SPAM
Episode 1069 2:54:22 - 2:57:03

1069: German SPAM

Antonov AN-225 Mriya Landing in Oakland

The Antonov AN-225, the world's heaviest aircraft, landed in Oakland to pick up FEMA relief supplies for Hawaii and Guam. John C. Dvorak describes the six-engine Ukrainian-designed plane's impressive landing on a relatively short runway. He notes the plane's unique yellow and blue livery and the requirement for a runway inspection after its departure.

ISIS-Land
Episode 857 3:02:49 - 3:04:45

857: ISIS-Land

China and Ukraine Antonov 225 Production Deal

China and Ukraine have signed an agreement to restart production of the Antonov 225, the world's largest cargo aircraft. Analysts suggest the deal is a move by China to acquire Soviet-era aviation technology and establish its own assembly lines for massive transport planes.