The Only Antonov An-225 Has Been Confirmed As Destroyed
213KYIV, Ukraine - Ukrainian officials said the world’s largest plane that was in regular operation has been "destroyed" in fighting with Russian troops, but pledged to rebuild the aircraft.
The Antonov-225, nicknamed the "Mriya" ("The Dream"), has been used to move exceptionally large cargo with its 290-foot wingspan. It was originally built to transport Soviet-era space shuttles, according to Space.com, and often attracts aviation buffs during its arrivals and departures at overseas airports.
The An-225 is operated by Ukroboronprom’s subsidiary Antonov Airlines and was parked in a hangar undergoing repairs at Hostomel (or Gostomel) airport, located just northwest of Kyiv, according to a statement. Russia launched an attack against the country on Feb. 24 and claimed to have taken control of the airport, which is also called Antonov International Airport.
"According to the director of Antonov Airlines, one of the engines was dismantled for repairs and the plane wasn’t able to take off that day, although the appropriate commands were given," a statement from Ukroboronprom, Ukraine’s defense industry conglomerate, said on Feb. 27.
"Currently it is impossible to assess the plane’s condition and the possibility and cost of its restoring due the lack of access to the aircraft as the control over the airport is taken by the Russian occupiers," the statement added.
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