Antonov An-124 Ruslan

05 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Photo shows 'Be Brave Like Kherson' titling—special for Antonov post-2022 war in Ukraine. Captured in wet, dramatic conditions.

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Aircraft

An-124 Ruslan AN124

Antonov Airlines

Airline

Antonov Airlines

ADB

Manufacturer

Antonov

Location

Glasgow Prestwick Airport

PIK/EGPK

55.5015, -4.5772

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Glasgow Prestwick Airport PIK

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

One of the world's largest and most capable cargo aircraft; only about 25 built. Iconic for outsized and super-heavy lifting worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Extremely rare, fewer than 10 currently operated commercially by Antonov Airlines.

Record Flights

Known for hauling massive equipment and humanitarian supplies internationally, flew rare/heavy missions few others can handle.

Safety & Events

Highly visible during major relief efforts and pandemic; key in oversized, urgent aid missions.

Future Outlook

Still flying, but very rare—especially after destruction of the sole An-225. Remaining airframes in high demand.

Specifications

Ivchenko Progress D-18T

Engine

73.3 m

Wingspan

68.96 m

Length

4800 km (fully loaded)

Range

800 km/h

Speed

up to 150,000 kg cargo

Capacity

405000 kg

MTOW

20.78 m

Height

4 × 229.5 kN (51,600 lbf) each

Thrust

~105 EPNdB (varies by config, ICAO Chapter 3/4)

Noise

Registration not visible. Specific variant (An-124-100 or An-124-150) inferred from titling.