Antonov An-148

The regional jet built for short-field and austere operations.

Overview

Antonov Ukraine ICAO: A148 2005–Present Active $22 million

The Antonov An-148 was developed in the early 2000s as a regional jet for domestic and international markets. Designed for operation from rough and shorter runways, it reflects Antonov’s emphasis on versatility. The aircraft entered service in the late 2000s.

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Specifications

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Engine
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Engine type
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Power
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Avionics
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Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
85
Crew
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Cabin width
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Cabin height
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Cabin length
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Exterior length
95 ft 7 in  ·  29.13 m
Tail height
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Fuselage diameter
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Wing span
94 ft 10 in  ·  28.91 m
Baggage volume
516 ft³  ·  14.6 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
92,500 lb  ·  42,000 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
19,800 lb  ·  9,000 kg
Fuel capacity
Max cruise speed
470 kt  ·  541 mph  ·  870 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
2,700 nm  ·  3,110 mi  ·  5,000 km
Fuel burn
2.02 nm/gal  ·  0.99 km/L
Ceiling
40,000 ft  ·  12,200 m
Rate of climb
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Takeoff distance
5,900 ft  ·  1,800 m
Landing distance
1,600 ft  ·  490 m
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Operational Context

Antonov An-148 — regional jet airliner

The An-148 first flew in 2004 and entered service in 2009. It features a high wing and twin-engine configuration optimized for regional networks. The design allows operations from semi-prepared runways.

Two Ivchenko-Progress turbofan engines producing approximately 15,600 pounds of thrust (69 kN) each power the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches Mach 0.80. Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 85,000 pounds (38,556 kg), with range near 2,400 nautical miles (4,445 km).

The An-148 has been operated by regional carriers and government agencies. Production faced interruptions, but the aircraft remains part of modern Ukrainian and Russian aviation history.