Antonov 24
Antonov · AN24
Rugged Soviet turboprop built for short unpaved strips. Still operating in remote regions of Russia and Africa.
Turboprop twin certified to FL275 that cruises at about 242 kts, on the slower end of the traffic mix. Offers turboprop efficiency on shorter routes.
2x TurbopropLargeRECAT DFL275 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop |
| Weight class | Large (L) |
| RECAT-EU category | D (Upper medium) |
| Service ceiling | 27,500 ft (FL275) |
| Max climb rate | 1,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 1,500 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 125 kts |
| Landing speed | 130 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~242 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~269 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 10,633 ft / 1.75 nm / 3,241 m |
| Landing field length | 9,661 ft / 1.59 nm / 2,945 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
Where you'll see it
The Antonov 24 is a regional turboprop used on short-haul passenger services. Common at smaller airports and on feeder routes into major hubs.