The Antonov An-225 Mriya, once based at Hostomel Airport, held the title of the world’s largest cargo aircraft until its destruction in 2022.
Antonov An-225 Mriya
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Nearly a year and a half ago, the global aviation community was deeply impacted by the unfortunate event of losing the sole Antonov An-225 Mriya
The Antonov, Ukrainian Company while addressing organizers and Participants wrote an Emotional Letter.
The Antonov An-225 Mriya is seen destroyed among the rubble of a damaged hangar and Russian military trucks in the video.
There have been allegations that the world’s largest aeroplane has been destroyed in the midst of the Ukrainian crisis.