TYPE: Multi-purpose transport aircraft
MISSION: The An-38 transport aircraft is designed to transport passengers and cargoes (in containers too) on local routes. The An-38 can also be employed for aerial photography, geological surveys, patrol missions, fire-fighting operations, personnel and cargo airdrops, maritime reconnaissance, and medical evacuation.
POWERPLANTS: 2 x TPE-331-14GR-801E turboprops
EQUIPMENT: Different versions may have different passenger/ cargo combinations. Cargoes up to nine meters long can be loaded through the rear cargo hatch.
The An-38 can be operated from short unpaved and ice/snow-covered runways, from mountainous airfields situated at up to 2,600 m above the sea level, and is operational within the ambient temperature range of -50o to +45oC.
The integrated flight navigation system enables all-weather, day-and-night operation.
The aircraft is maintained on condition, without overhauls throughout the entire service life.
The An-38 is certificated in compliance with the Russian AP-25 flight standards.
The An-38-100 version is powered by the TPE 331-14GR-801E.
Basic specifications |
|
Length, m |
15.67 |
Wing span, m |
22.063 |
Parked height, m |
5.050 |
Cargo hold dimensions, m: |
|
- length |
9.00 |
- height |
1.60 |
- width at floor |
1.55 |
Max take-off weight, kg |
9,500 |
Max payload, kg |
2,500 |
Cruising speed, km/h |
340-380 |
Cruising altitude, m |
3,000-4,200 |
Range (H=3,000 m, ISA), km: |
|
- with max payload |
990 |
- with max fuel load |
1,790 |
Runway length required, m |
895 |
Powerplant |
2 TPE-331-14GR-801E turboprops |
Crew |
2 |
Passenger seats |
27 |
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