Aircraft Type
Ilyushin Il-62 “Soviet Flagship”
The Ilyushin Il-62 was the Soviet Union's first long-range jet airliner, serving as a prestigious flagship aircraft for Aeroflot during the Cold War era, demonstrating Soviet aerospace engineering capabilities to the world.
IATAIL6ICAOIL62ManufacturerIlyushinScore3.10/10StatusIn Production
First Soviet long-range jet passenger aircraft that successfully challenged Western aviation designs and symbolized Soviet technological prowess in international air travel
The Il-62 was the first Soviet passenger jet to be used for intercontinental routes, flying from Moscow to destinations like Cuba and supporting the Soviet Union's international diplomatic and cultural exchanges
Cabin Environment
How the Ilyushin Il-62 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
53.12 m
Length
43.21 m
Wingspan
12.35 m
Height
Performance
6,200 km
Range
850 km/h
Cruise Speed
4× Soloviev D-30KU turbofan
Engines
How It Compares
vs. Boeing 707
✓Soviet design offering potentially different operational capabilities
✗More established Western design with wider global acceptance
vs. Tupolev Tu-154
✓Potentially more comfortable cabin pressure and humidity control
✗Likely slower and less fuel-efficient
vs. Convair 880
✓Proven long-haul capability for Soviet-era international routes
✗Potentially higher operating costs and maintenance complexity