Antonov Company, through its social networks and website, proposed to open several bank accounts to finance the construction of a new An-225 «Mriya», as the only aircraft of the type was destroyed at Hostomel Airport during the Ukrainian-Russian militia clashes.
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The manufacturer considers it necessary to prevent the irreversible loss of the legendary aircraft and start working on the revival of the An-225 «Mriya».
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Although all structural, scientific, and technical documentation for the construction exists, the manufacturer claims that due to the current situation in Ukraine, it is complex to obtain the necessary funds for its construction.
Antonov Company CEO Sergey Bychkov proposed to establish an International Fund for the revival of the aircraft.
In addition, he appealed to the proposal for financial support for the project to the following entities:
- Heads of state and government of all countries of the world;
- World aircraft production companies;
- Foreign companies-partners who participated in the creation of other Antonov aircraft;
- Management of banks and other financial institutions of the world;
- Aviation fans and enthusiasts;
- The entire world aviation community, including Non-Governmental Organizations;
- All people who admired the greatness of the Ukrainian «Mriya».
«We appeal to the people of Ukraine, to all aviators of the world who care about the fate of our country, its technical potential, and national achievements, please, in the context of our current war of national liberation, be vigilant,» the company said in a statement issued on social networks.
«Unfortunately, not all people in this difficult situation can withstand the pressure of war around and support themselves and others. But we know that it will pass, the dust will be blown away by the wind of history and together we will restore the power of the ANTONOV company against the invader’s plans,» the statement concluded.
