PZL M28 Skytruck

PZL M28
Skytruck / Bryza
PZL M28B 1R Bryza (reconnaissance variant in use by the Polish armed forces)
General information
TypeSTOL transport, patrol and maritime reconnaissance aircraft
ManufacturerPZL Mielec
DesignerAntonov/PZL Mielec
StatusIn active service
Primary usersPolish Air Force
Number built200+ (including PZL An-28)
History
Manufactured1984-1993 (PZL An-28)
1993- (PZL M28 Skytruck)
First flight22 July 1984 (PZL An-28)
24 July 1993 (PZL M28 Skytruck)
Developed fromAntonov An-28

The PZL M28 Skytruck is a family of Polish light utility aircraft with STOL capability produced by PZL Mielec for military and civilian use. They are mainly used in transport, patrol and maritime reconnaissance roles.

The maritime patrol and reconnaissance variants are designated PZL M28B Bryza (English: Breeze), while variant in the U.S. AFSOC service is designated C-145A. The early models were built under license from the Antonov An-28 and designated PZL An-28.