When taking off from runway 08 from the airport Zhulyany, thre is a beautiful view of the capital of Ukraine - Kiev. From navigator cockpit AN-30 it is simply breathtaking!
Long range antisubmarine aircraft. Based on Il-18. Wing moved 3 meters forvard, equipped with special system for search submarine. Weapon - torpeds and bobms.
The main landing gear of the aircraft has 12 wheels instead of four commonly used on aircraft of this type. This aircraft would be used on the ground in the tundra to extend range and combat capabilities. But this solution is not found application in production aircraft in the first place because of the large mass and complexity.
The new aircraft, entered service the Border Guard of Ukraine. Equipped with special equipment, and regularly used to control the state border and prevent the illegal crossing.
