Antonov
An-24V
The Antonov An‑24V is a Soviet‑era twin‑engine turboprop transport aircraft that emerged from the original An‑24 family first flown in 1959 and introduced into service in 1962. Developed by the Antonov Design Bureau to meet the need for a rugged, short‑range regional airliner capable of operating from poorly equipped airfields, the “V” sub‑type appeared in the late 1960s with upgraded Ivchenko AI‑24 turboprops, reinforced wing spars, and an enlarged cabin pressurisation system. The high‑wing layout, fixed tricycle landing gear with oversized tires, and generous ground clearance give the An‑24V excellent STOL performance, allowing take‑offs and landings on unpaved strips as short as 500 m. It can accommodate 44‑50 passengers or a mixed cargo load of up to 5 t, and its fuel capacity provides a range of roughly 1 800 km.
The aircraft became a workhorse throughout the Soviet Union and its allied states, serving civil airlines, military transport units, and specialized roles such as aerial survey, parachute training, and ice reconnaissance. Its durability, low operating cost, and ability to fly in extreme climates helped knit together remote regions of the USSR, influencing the design philosophy of later regional turboprops and cementing Antonov’s reputation for building versatile, no‑frills transports.
The aircraft became a workhorse throughout the Soviet Union and its allied states, serving civil airlines, military transport units, and specialized roles such as aerial survey, parachute training, and ice reconnaissance. Its durability, low operating cost, and ability to fly in extreme climates helped knit together remote regions of the USSR, influencing the design philosophy of later regional turboprops and cementing Antonov’s reputation for building versatile, no‑frills transports.
Classification
Design & Classification
- Country of Origin
- Manufacturer
- Antonov
- Developer
- Antonov
- Wikidata ID
- Q106340067