Ukraine unveils new military transport aircraft

Ukrainian aircraft manufacturer Antonov State Enterprise (part of Ukroboronprom) has unveiled the country’s An-178-100R military aircraft to transport weapons, personnel, and light military equipment.

The An-178 is a high-wing transport aircraft that features a lightly swept wing, winglets, and a T-tail. It is equipped with a dual duplex fly-by-wire control system with an emergency mechanical cable backup system.

The developer stated that the aircraft can also perform medical evacuation for up to 100 people and land paratroopers.

During a recent event marking the rollout of the aircraft, Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov explained that the creation of the new transport reflects the country’s ability to produce planes to defend its interests.