Tashkent holds an important place in the history of the aviation industry. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
Specifically, at the V.P. Chkalov factory, also known as TAPOiCh, one of the largest military aircraft in the world, the An-22 "Antey," was produced in series.
This aircraft was designed by the Antonov design bureau and first took flight on February 27, 1965. The factory in Tashkent played a decisive role in its mass production.
In 1969, the initial aircraft were delivered to the Soviet Army. In 1965, at the Paris Air Show, the "Antey" was recognized as the largest aircraft in the world and became a brilliant example of the USSR's engineering capabilities.
Its wingspan measures 64.4 meters, and its length is approximately 57.9 meters. The aircraft's cruising speed reaches 560 kilometers per hour, and its practical flight range exceeds 5200 kilometers.
Its payload capacity is up to 60 tons, making it an important tool for military and transport missions. This information was provided by the Upl.uz website.
