The Ilyushin Il-76 (Russian: Илью́шин Ил-76; NATO reporting name: Candid) is a multi-purpose, fixed-wing, four-engine turbofan strategic airlifter designed by the Soviet Union 's Ilyushin …

Ilyushin Il-76, -76, Soviet military transport aircraft, first flown in 1971 and first produced in 1975. It was designed by the Ilyushin design bureau under G.V. Novozhilov. The Il-76 was a heavy …

2 days ago · Russia ramps up Il-76 production: seven new MD-90A airlifters delivered to the air force in 2025 amid plans for further increases.

Aug 7, 2025 · Born from the drawing boards of the Illusion design bureau in 1967, this four-engine behemoth was conceived with a singular mission: delivering heavy machinery to the world’s …

Feb 28, 2022 · The Ilyushin IL-76 heavy transport was debuted in the early 1970s, entered service in the mid-1970s and is still operating today - some 36 years after its inception. At any rate, the …

Mar 19, 2021 · It's always fun to talk about big and rugged Soviet aircraft. Today, we take a look at the Ilyushin IL-76, a military transport and cargo beast.

In the now classic military freighter configuration, the Il-76 features a high mounted wing passing above the fuselage, four engines, Ttail, rear loading ramp and freight doors. The Il-76 was also …

Jul 30, 2025 · Since its introduction, the Il-76 has undergone several modifications, the most notable of which is its development after 2004, when it was modernized to the Il-76TD-90VD …

Jun 17, 2025 · Discover the history, capabilities, and significance of Il-76 planes in this in-depth article. Learn about their military and civilian uses, unique features, and the global impact …

Jun 25, 2024 · The Ilyushin Il-76 is a multi-purpose, long-range, heavy-lift transport aircraft designed by the Soviet Union’s Ilyushin Design Bureau and manufactured by Tashkent …