Breaking Flight News @FlightBreaking ·Tweeted on Apr 16
Volga-Dnepr Airlines Antonov An-124 Reg. RA-82043 on its way from Hahn via Shannon and Gander to Chicago (4,381 miles in total) #VI9038 pic.twitter.com/UqTNML7QNF
Just under 2 minutes in to the audio clip the pilot emphasises 5 minutes is required in the lineup position on the runway before takeoff clearance. What would be a possible reason behind this request? Also, does anyone have any info/thoughts on why the aircraft would have to make 2 stops during what was a relatively short flight for an aircraft capable of much more? Perhaps the payload weight?