An-2T Antek

The Antonov An‑2T Antek is a single‑engine, two‑seat light utility aircraft derived from the legendary An‑2 biplane. First flown in 1961, the An‑2T was developed by the Ukrainian design bureau Antonov to meet the growing demand for a more economical trainer and agricultural workhorse. While retaining the rugged wooden‑metal construction and forgiving flight characteristics of its predecessor, the An‑2T incorporated a modern Ivchenko AI‑14R radial engine tuned for lower fuel consumption, a revised aerodynamic cowling, and a shortened wingspan that reduced drag. The cockpit features dual controls, a simplified instrument panel, and optional agricultural spray equipment, making the aircraft versatile for flight‑training schools, aerial photography, and short‑field operations. Its ability to take off and land on unprepared strips, often with payloads up to 500 kg, has kept the An‑2T in service across Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, and remote regions of Asia and Africa. The An‑2T’s significance lies in its continuation of the An‑2’s legacy: a workhorse that combines robustness, low operating costs, and exceptional short‑takeoff performance, influencing the design philosophy of modern utility aircraft worldwide. Today, fleets and private owners continue to preserve the An‑2T, proving its timeless appeal and confirming its role as an enduring icon of aviation.

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