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Antonov An-72 specs, size & range

The Antonov An-72 (ICAO code AN72, IATA AN7) is a landplane with 2 jet engines in the medium wake-turbulence category. It is a 31.7 m wingspan.

Landplane with 2 jet engines Wake category: Medium Airliners & big jets
Antonov An-72
Photo: Anna Zvereva · source · CC BY SA 2.0

An-72 specifications

Wingspan
31.70 m (104.0 ft)
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Approach speed
97 kn (180 km/h)
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The Antonov An-72 is a landplane with 2 jet engines built by Antonov. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code AN72, while airline timetables and booking sites use the IATA code AN7. It belongs to the medium wake-turbulence category.

An-72 size and dimensions

The An-72 is has a wingspan of 31.70 m.

An-72 speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 97 knots (180 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the An-72

Comparable airliners & big jets include Bombardier CRJ-200, McDonnell Douglas DC-9-10, Yakovlev Yak-130 and McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Antonov An-72?

AN72 (IATA code: AN7) — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

How big is the Antonov An-72?

Wingspan 31.70 m.

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