First Flight of Antonov An-225

Date: December 21, 1988 • Location: Moscow, Russia

The world's heaviest aircraft, the Antonov An-225 Mriya, made its first flight.

The Antonov An-225 Mriya was a large strategic airlift cargo aircraft designed and produced by the Antonov Design Bureau in the Soviet Union.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Russia's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.