Yevhen Gavrylov, Acting General Manager of Antonov State Enterprise, spoke about this project in a comment to Ukrinform.

SE “Antonov” stand at the exhibition in Istanbul / Photograph: Olga Budnyk, Ukrinform

“Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi pointed out that the An-225 should be rebuilt in memory of all martyred pilots. The first steps in this direction are already being taken actively. Regarding the restoration of the “Dream”, participation in the project as a partner, supplier of components and restoration We are also contacting various companies for a possible contribution to its financing.Microsoft initiated the creation of the Microsoft Flight Simulator product based on the An-225. The great work of the Microsoft Flight Simulator professional team in collaboration with Antonov experts allows everyone to try themselves as a pilot of a unique aircraft, It allows them to feel in their hands, to travel the chosen route on their strong wings.” . General Director of Antonov State Enterprise.

Visitors to the Ukrainian stand during the Teknofest fair take this opportunity, the simulator is popular with visitors.

The An-225 “Mriya” rebuild project is far from the only one that the Ukrainian aviation industry is working on. In particular, Turkey and Ukraine cooperate in the creation of a new type of combat UAV Kizilelma equipped with engines developed by Ukraine.

The head of SE “Antonov” thanked all companies and friends of Ukraine, who helped to counter Russian aggression and brought victory closer to the Ukrainians.

“We were invited to this exhibition by the Consulate General of Ukraine in Istanbul and provided free space for the exhibition. I believe that participation in such international events is an opportunity to show and tell the whole world what is happening in Ukraine, our struggle and the road to victory. Gavrilov, In addition, we feel strong support and solidarity here, visitors to our booth from different countries are often greeted with “thank Ukraine”, which is undoubtedly nice and inspiring,” he said.

According to the news of Ukrinform, space flight candidates from Turkey were announced within the scope of Teknofest 2023, the aviation and space festival held in Istanbul.