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A rare Antonov An-26B turboprop cargo aircraft sits on the ramp at night, sporting a blue-yellow livery reminiscent of Ukrainian carriers.
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Spotter's notes
Night time charter operation with Vulkan Air coming in to pick up cargo for a long journey back across the pond.
Aircraft identity
Registration
UR-CQE
ICAO Type
AN26
Model
An-26B
Manufacturer
Antonov
Airline
VULKAN AIR
Airline Code
- / -
Livery
VULKAN AIR
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Ivchenko AI-24VT turboprop
Thrust
2,820 shp each (2,105 kW each)
Wingspan
29.20 m
Length
23.80 m
Height
8.58 m
MTOW
24,000 kg
Range
1,100 km (max payload)
Capacity
5,500 kg (cargo capacity)
Cruise Speed
440 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3 (notoriously noisy, typical for Soviet-era transports)
Location
Airport Code
IAH/KIAH
Airport Name
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Viewing Spot
East Cargo Ramp
Camera
Device
iPhone 15 Pro Max