Tractacus' photos with the keyword: Ilyushin IL86

Considered as one of the worlds safest airliners, the Ilyushin IL-86 suffered only one accident involving fatalities. But the 1960 technology engines and European noise regulations helped in its demise. Aeroflot RA-86124 is seen here at Frankfurt. Sat17Aug96. Scanned

The Ilyushin IL-86. The first Soviet built wide body aircraft, and their first attempt at the Airbus - or Aerobus - concept. Introduced in 1980, just 106 examples were built, of which only a handful remain, with the Soviet Air Force. RA-86094 of Pulkovo Aviation approaches the stand at Heathrow. Sat28May98. Scanned