Antonov An-2

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24 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

A preserved Antonov An-2 biplane, displayed indoors with polar expedition markings, showcasing its historic role in aviation and polar explorations.

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Aircraft

An-2 AN2

Green historic/polar expedition scheme with \'FREDERICK CAPRON TRANS-POLAR FLIGHT POLAR 1\' titles

N/A (museum display, registration not visible)

Registration

Airline

N/A (museum/historic/private expedition aircraft)

Manufacturer

Antonov

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Vintage Voyager, Airbus Aficionado

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Aviation History

This An-2 is a legendary Soviet utility biplane, notable as the world\'s largest single-engine biplane and one of the longest-produced aircraft ever, used for agriculture, paratroop drops, polar expeditions, and more. The \'FREDERICK CAPRON TRANS-POLAR FLIGHT\' markings reference a historic attempt or commemorative flight.

Fleet Rarity

While tens of thousands were built, relatively few remain airworthy in the West or preserved in museums like this example.

Record Flights

The An-2 has been used for record-setting cold-weather, long-distance, and endurance flights, including polar activities as indicated by this airframe\'s livery.

Safety & Events

The An-2\'s exceptional STOL performance and reliability in rugged regions are notable; this particular airframe commemorates a polar flight.

Future Outlook

This airframe appears preserved on display indoors at a museum/exhibition space.

Specifications

Shvetsov ASh-62 radial engine (9-cylinder, air-cooled, 1,000 hp)

Engine

18.2 meters

Wingspan

12.4 meters

Length

845 km

Range

190 km/h

Speed

12 passengers or 1,500 kg cargo

Capacity

5,500 kg

MTOW

4.1 meters

Height

N/A (approx. 1,000 hp piston radial engine)

Thrust

Not rated under modern ICAO Chapter 4/14 standards; classic piston engine

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