The Ilyushin Aviation Complex has finished R&D works to create a heavy cargo aircraft, which will replace the existing An-124 Ruslan airlifter. A contract for development works has been signed, the Ilyushin said in its annual report.
The Ilyushin continues to maintain its fleet of An-124 airlifters in good working order until the first super heavy cargo airlifter appears. (Picture source: Sergey Kustov) |