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Antonov An-22 (Antei) is a heavy cargo aircraft developed during the Soviet era, featuring four turboprop engines and a high-wing configuration, designed for both military and civilian use. Designated “Cock” by NATO, the aircraft is recognized as the world’s largest turboprop-powered aircraft and entered service in 1965. General Characteristics The Antonov An-22 was designed as an enlarged successor to the An-12 military transport aircraft. Its development was driven by the Soviet Armed Forces’

The Ilyushin Il-76 is a four-engine, multi-role strategic transport aircraft developed by the Ilyushin design bureau. Originally designed and produced in the Soviet Union, it remains in service today in Russia and other countries. It is known for its resilience under harsh conditions, heavy payload capacity, and ability to operate from unprepared runways. The Il-76 is used for both military and civilian purposes and plays a significant role in firefighting, search and rescue, and emergency opera