The Antonov An-225 is a large cargo aircraft designed by the Ukrainian company Antonov in the 1980s. It was originally built to transport the Buran space shuttle and is known for its impressive size, featuring six engines and a maximum payload capacity of 250 tons. This aircraft holds the record for being the heaviest aircraft ever built and has a wingspan of 88.4 meters. The An-225 was used for various cargo missions around the world, transporting oversized and heavy goods, making it a vital asset in the logistics industry until its destruction in 2022.