The Antonov An-2 is a Soviet single engine biplane utility aircraft that first flew in 1947 and was produced for decades in the Soviet Union, Poland and China. Valued for its short takeoff capability and rugged simplicity, it was used extensively for agricultural, cargo and passenger work in remote regions and remains among the most produced aircraft in history.
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SignificanceA remarkably durable single-engine biplane utility aircraft with exceptional short-field capability, produced until 2001 and remaining among the most-produced aircraft in history. 1 Manufacturer or BuilderAntonov Design Bureau (Soviet Union) 1 Connections
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1. Wikipedia: Antonov An-2
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Its durability, lifting power, and ability to take off and land from poor runways have given it a long service life. The An-2 was produced up to 2001.
Design and development section
The first prototype, designated SKh-1, powered by a Shvetsov ASh-21 radial engine, flew on 31 August 1947.
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The Antonov An-2 (USAF/DoD reporting name Type 22, NATO reporting name Colt) is a Soviet mass-produced single-engine biplane utility/agricultural aircraft designed and manufactured by the Antonov Design Bureau beginning in 1947.
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