The story
Built tough for Siberian airstrips. Many still operate in Africa and Central Asia, defying all retirement predictions.
Fun fact
Over 1,300 An-24s were built. Some airframes have been flying for over 50 years.
Quick answers
How do you identify a An-24?
High-wing Soviet turboprop. Round fuselage. If you see one outside the CIS, you're looking at aviation history.
What does a An-24 sound like?
AI-24 turboprops — a distinctive Soviet-era drone.
How fast is the An-24?
Top speed is 262 kts.
How many passengers does the An-24 carry?
Up to 50. A typical layout is 44 (1-class).
How far can the An-24 fly?
Range is about 1,300 nmi.
How big is the An-24?
It is 77 ft 2 in long and 95 ft 10 in across the wings.
When did the An-24 first fly?
Its first flight was in 1959.
How many An-24s have been built?
1,367 built.
How rare is a An-24 in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first An-24 catch is worth 25 points.
