The story
The An-72 mounts its engines ABOVE the wings, blowing exhaust over them for incredible short-field performance. Looks wrong. Works incredibly well.
The engines blow their exhaust across the top of the wing and flaps, and the Coandă effect bends that flow downward for extra lift at low speed.
Quick answers
How do you identify a An-72?
Engines mounted above and ahead of the wing, blowing over its top surface. High wing, T-tail and a rear loading ramp. Head-on, the big intakes look like oversized ears.
What does a An-72 sound like?
Unique engine-over-wing placement creates a different sound signature.
How fast is the An-72?
Top speed is 378 kts.
How many passengers does the An-72 carry?
Up to 52.
How far can the An-72 fly?
Range is about 2,335 nmi.
How big is the An-72?
It is 92 ft 1 in long and 104 ft 8 in across the wings.
When did the An-72 first fly?
Its first flight was in 1977.
How many An-72s have been built?
130+ built.
What do crews call the An-72?
The Cheburashka.
How rare is a An-72 in Bogey?
UNCOMMON. Not rare, but not every day either. Worth looking up for. Your first An-72 catch is worth 50 points.
