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'.