The regional airline "KrasAvia" has added a second An-24RV to its fleet, which is now decorated with a special livery "Guardians of the North".
The aircraft with registration number RA-46466 was named "Taimyr. Khatanga" and received a special symbol — an image of a musk ox on the tail.
The company noted that, having joined the ranks of aircraft decorated with a unique design, this An-24RV will become a symbol of special attention to the culture and traditions of the northern regions of Russia.
The images applied to the aircraft reflect the motifs of folk art, mythological characters and traditional patterns characteristic of the culture of the northern ethnic groups. Bright colors and carefully crafted details create a unique visual image that attracts attention and arouses interest in the history and culture of the region.
An-24RV is a passenger version of the An-24 aircraft, the most massive of the modifications. It was produced in series since 1970.
Technical characteristics of the An-24RV aircraft:
- length — 23.53 m;
- wingspan — 29.2 m;
- height — 8.32 m;
- empty weight — 13.4 t;
- maximum take-off weight — 21.8 t;
- maximum speed — 460 km/h;
- practical range — 1 850 km;
- practical ceiling — 7.7 km;
- crew — 3 people;
- passenger capacity — 52 people.
Earlier www1.ru reported that maintenance and repair of aircraft brake discs for MS-21 and Superjet 100 will be established at enterprises in Russia.