CAVOK Airlines Antonov An-12BK UR-CKL departing on a cargo mission—a rare sight in European skies.

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📝 Spotter's notes

The An-12 is the Soviet equivalent to the Lockheed C-130 Hercules, but much less common in 2020s Western Europe. UR-CKL operated several special cargo relief flights during crisis periods.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration UR-CKL
ICAO Type AN12
Model An-12BK
Manufacturer Antonov
Airline CAVOK Airlines
Livery CAVOK Airlines
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Ivchenko AI-20M turboprop
Thrust 4 × 4,000 shp (2,980 kW) each
Wingspan 38.0 m
Length 33.1 m
Height 10.5 m
MTOW 61,000 kg
Range 5,700 km
Capacity Up to 20,000 kg cargo
Cruise Speed 670 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 2 (older/noisier); >95 dB typical