Largest plane in the world with football pitch-width wingspan flies again - and could be used for coronavirus supplies
THE largest plane in the world has taken flight again - and could eventually be used to transport coronavirus supplies.
It is currently based in Ukraine and hasn't flown since 2018, undergoing improvements and maintenance work. A video released by the Antonov Company showed the huge aircraft in action, explaining: "#AN225 performs test flights after modernisation.The plane underwent a two-hour test flight in Ukraine before landing againCredit: ReutersThe plane can carry up to 550,000 pounds, and is often used by heavy industry and the US military, according toWith its large carrying capability, it could be used to carry medical supplies and equipment to areas badly affected by coronavirus.
It flew three times to China carrying vital medical equipment earlier this year to the Czech Republic.
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