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World’s Largest Airplane Journey to Australia

Stephanie Cherry05 mins

The Antonov AN-225 Mriya: The World’s Largest Airplane

The Antonov AN-225 Mriya, renowned as the biggest airplane in the world, recently completed its journey from its base in Kiev, Ukraine, to Václav Havel Airport in Prague, Czech Republic. This unique aircraft, which stands as a testament to engineering marvel, has captivated aviation enthusiasts globally.

Aviation’s Singular Giant

Only one of these planes exists. There is no other. For many enthusiasts, its size and its singular, unique status makes the An-225 Mriya the king of the aviation world.
Only one of these planes exists. There is no other. For many enthusiasts, its size and its singular, unique status makes the An-225 Mriya the king of the aviation world.

Loading Capacity and Specifications

This magnificent aircraft is currently on a mission to transport a giant Czech-made electric generator from Prague across three continents to Perth, Australia. Its colossal cargo hold measures 141 feet (43 meters) in length, outstripping the distance of the Wright Brothers’ historic flight in 1903.

Cargo is loaded through the plane's nose. On its current mission, Mriya is transporting a giant Czech-made electric generator from Prague across three continents to Perth, Australia.
Cargo is loaded through the plane’s nose. On its current mission, Mriya is transporting a giant Czech-made electric generator from Prague across three continents to Perth, Australia.

Notably, this airplane is tasked with delivering a generator that weighs over 100 tons, manufactured by the Brush Sem engineering company in Plzen, Czech Republic, for the Australian aluminum producer Worstely Alumina. Such extraordinary load capabilities underscore the AN-225 Mriya’s unrivaled status in the transportation of oversized goods.

Engine Power and Wingspan

In today’s world, where most airliners are powered by only two or four jet engines, the Antonov AN-225 Mriya features a formidable six-engine configuration. This unique aspect significantly contributes to its exceptional lift and transport capacities.

We live in an age when most airliners are powered by two or four jet engines. This monster has six.
We live in an age when most airliners are powered by two or four jet engines. This monster has six.

Moreover, its impressive wingspan measures an astounding 290 feet (88 meters), which is equivalent to the length of five 53-foot semi-truck trailers positioned end-to-end. Such dimensions highlight the engineering prowess behind this aircraft.

Its wingspan measures 290 feet (88 meters). That's longer than five 53-foot semi-truck trailers set end-to-end.
Its wingspan measures 290 feet (88 meters). That’s longer than five 53-foot semi-truck trailers set end-to-end.

Impressive Weight Capacity

The maximum total takeoff weight of the AN-225, including cargo, reaches 640 tons, which is more than twice the weight of the Statue of Liberty. Such remarkable capabilities render the AN-225 Mriya an extraordinary asset in the realm of cargo transport.

The An-225's maximum total weight at takeoff including cargo: 640 tons. That's more than twice as heavy as the Statue of Liberty.
The An-225’s maximum total weight at takeoff including cargo: 640 tons. That’s more than twice as heavy as the Statue of Liberty.

Global Journey Ahead

The Antonov Mriya has an intricate itinerary with scheduled stops in Turkmenistan, India, and Malaysia before finally arriving this weekend in Perth, Australia. Upon its arrival, thousands of fans are expected to graciously welcome the aircraft and its dedicated six-member crew.

Mriya has scheduled stops in Turkmenistan, India and Malaysia before arriving this weekend in Perth, where thousands of fans are expected to greet the plane and its six-member crew.
Mriya has scheduled stops in Turkmenistan, India and Malaysia before arriving this weekend in Perth, where thousands of fans are expected to greet the plane and its six-member crew.


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