Tragic Plane Crash in Russia's Far East
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About Antonov
## Overview Antonov, officially known as Antonov Company, is a Ukrainian state-owned aerospace and defense enterprise headquartered in Kyiv, specializing in the design, manufacture, and support of large transport, passenger, and special-purpose aircraft[3][6]. Renowned for producing some of the world’s largest and most capable cargo planes, Antonov is a global leader in heavy-lift and oversized air freight solutions[2][4]. ## What Antonov Does Antonov’s core activities span the full aircraft lifecycle: research and development, design, prototype manufacturing, flight testing, certification, serial production, and aftermarket support[1][6]. The company’s portfolio includes both military and civilian aircraft, with a particular focus on strategic airlifters like the An-124 Ruslan and the An-225 Mriya—the latter holding the title of the world’s largest aircraft until its destruction in 2022[2][4]. Antonov also operates Antonov Airlines, a commercial arm specializing in global transport of superheavy and outsized cargo, including space components and industrial equipment[7][8]. ## History Founded on May 31, 1946, by the eminent aircraft designer Oleg Antonov, the company began in Novosibirsk, Russia, before relocating to Kyiv in 1952[3][5]. Initially established as the Antonov Design Bureau, it became a cornerstone of Soviet and later Ukrainian aerospace engineering. In 2015, Antonov was transferred to the Ukrainian Defense Industry (Ukroboronprom), consolidating Ukraine’s aircraft manufacturing under state control[3]. ## Key Achievements Antonov has designed over 100 types and modifications of aircraft, with more than 22,000 units produced to date[3][7]. Its aircraft have set more than 500 world records, particularly in payload capacity and endurance[1][7]. The An-124 and An-225 became symbols of engineering prowess
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