@maxremasters: The World's Largest Plane Takes Flight (1988) On December 21, 1988, the legendary Antonov An-225 Mriya completed its maiden flight, becoming the largest aircraft ever built. Designed to carry the Soviet Buran space shuttle, it featured six engines, an 88.4 meter (290 ft) wingspan, and a record maximum takeoff weight of 640 tonnes. This historic flight marked the beginning of one of aviation's greatest engineering achievements. Subscribe for more restored moments from history in stunning 4K #an225 #mriya #antonov #aircraft #4k #remastered #1980s #ai