PZL M28 Skytruck

PZL M28 Skytruck
Country	Poland
Role	STOL transport and patrol aircraft
First flight	22 July 1984
Built	200+

The PZL M28 Skytruck is a Polish STOL light cargo and passenger plane, produced by PZL Mielec, as a development of licence-built Antonov An-28s

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General Characteristics (M28-05 Skytruck)

The PZL M28 Skytruck is a high-wing, twin-turboprop aircraft manufactured in Poland by PZL Mielec. Developed from the license-built Antonov An-28, the M28 is a “westernized” version known for its rugged construction, powerful engines, and exceptional Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) capability, allowing it to operate reliably from unprepared runways, including grass, dirt, and high-altitude fields.

Property	Typical Value (M28-05 Skytruck)
Role	STOL Utility / Light Cargo & Passenger Transport
Manufacturer	PZL Mielec (a subsidiary of Sikorsky/Lockheed Martin)
First Flight (M28 Skytruck)	July 24, 1993
Crew	2 pilots
Capacity	Up to 19 passengers or 17 paratroopers
Wingspan	22.06 m (72 ft 4 in)
Length	13.10 m (43 ft 0 in)
Max Takeoff Weight	7,500 kg (16,534 lb)

Design and Powerplant

Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65B turboprop engines.
Power Output: 820 kW (1,100 shp) each.
Propellers: Hartzell five-blade, fully feathering, reversible, constant-speed propellers.
Landing Gear: Fixed, heavy-duty tricycle landing gear, reinforced for operation from rough and unprepared surfaces. The steerable nose wheel assists in ground maneuverability.
Cargo Access: Features a unique rear clamshell door/ramp, which opens hydraulically or manually to facilitate easy and fast loading/unloading of bulky cargo and vehicles, or for air-dropping paratroopers and cargo.
STOL Features: Equipped with leading-edge slats and powerful double-slotted flaps that deploy automatically near stall speed to enhance short-field performance and flight handling at low airspeeds.

Performance and Capabilities

Max Cruise Speed: 355 km/h (192 knots, 221 mph).
Maximum Range: Approximately 1,592 km (860 nautical miles) with reserves.
Service Ceiling: 7,620 m (25,000 ft).
Maximum Payload: 2,300 kg (5,070 lb).
Takeoff Distance (to clear 50 ft obstacle): 550 m (1,800 ft) at maximum weight.
Mission Versatility: The cabin can be quickly reconfigured (in about 7 minutes) for various roles, including:
- Passenger (19 seats)
- Cargo (with optional hoist and roller floor)
- Paratroop (17 seats)
- MEDEVAC (6 litters + seats)
- Maritime Patrol (MPA) and Search and Rescue (SAR) (using variants like the Bryza)