Antonov An-72
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The Antonov An-72 is a transport aircraft, developed and produced by the Ukrainian aircraft manufacturer Antonov. The An-72 and the related An-74 get their nickname, Cheburashka, from the large engine
A Russian Air Force An-72 on short final in to Chkalovsky Airport
The unusual engine placement on the An-72, which permits the use of the Coandă effect to achieve improved STOL performance
Russian Border Guard An-72P at Vladivostok Airport
A Russian Navy An-72 showing the front view that resembles 'Cheburashka'.
Antonov An-74
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The Antonov An-74 is a Soviet/Ukrainian transport aircraft developed by Antonov. It is a development of the An-72, with upgraded equipment, upgraded radar, extended range, a crew of five, a larger avi
Antonov An-72
…NATO reporting name: Coaler) is a transport aircraft, developed and produced by the Ukrainian aircraft manufacturer Antonov. The An-72 and the related An-74 get their nickname, Cheburashka, from the large engine intake ducts, which resemble the oversized ears of the popular Soviet animated character of the…
An An-74T formerly operated by Antonov Airlines
Front view which suggested the nickname "Cheburashka"
An-74 on landing with thrust reversers deployed
Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine An-74TK-200VIP