Technoregion experiments aim to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs
Krasnodar TerritoryofYeiskLegendary aircraft nearbyAntonov An-2An experimental version of the aircraft has begun test flights. This version is equipped with an engine derived from the Mi-8 helicopter.
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prototypeTR-301/117The first flight ofOctober 1, 2025The Russian Telegram channel reported that the flight took place on 2018 and lasted approximately 10 minutes.TAKE-OFFreported.
manufacturing company’sTechnoregionhas been working on modernizing and re-engineering the An-2 for many years. This new configuration is typically used for Mi-8T helicopters.TV2-117It uses an engine.
Modifications and performance
In order to fit the aircraft, the enginesingle-shaft turbopropwas remodeled. The free power turbine was removed and the gearbox was connected directly to the compressor.
After modification, the output will be from 1,500 horsepower to approx.900 HPThis was a decrease of approximately 40%. Still, Technoregion believes that the new TR-301/117 is the former Czech-madeM601It is expected to outperform the version equipped with (720 horsepower).
of the basic modelTR-301is a lightweight version of the An-2 that eliminates the lower wing and has a reinforcing tube structure on the upper wing.Russian Federal Air Transport AgencyNine aircraft have already received airworthiness certification, and a further 16 have been officially registered, according to .
Background of the experiment
Before adopting the TV2-117, Technoregion had tested several alternative engines. made in czechM601for helicoptersGTD-350for automobilesZmz-409evenKamazAn example is a diesel engine.
The company currently views the TV2-117 as the most promising solution for the reactivation of the An-2 aircraft. The An-2 has been widely used in Russia since the 1940s for agricultural aviation, regional transport, and utility missions.
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