The Yakovlev Yak-141 also known as the Yak-41, is a Soviet supersonic vertical takeoff/landing (VTOL) fighter aircraft designed by Yakovlev. Intended as a replacement for the Yak-38, it was designed as a supersonic fleet defence fighter capable of STOVL/VTOL operating from Soviet carriers. Four prototypes were built before the project's cancellation.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Successors 1 airplane(s)
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- Wingspan 33.2ft (10.1m)
- Length 58.2ft (17.8m)
- Height 16.2ft (4.9m)
- Empty Weight 8,007lbs (3,632kg)
- Loaded Weight 13,187lbs (5,981kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 2.3
- Wing Loading 55.7lbs/ft2 (271.9kg/m2)
- Wing Area 236.8ft2 (22.0m2)
- Drag Points 1575
Parts
- Number of Parts 128
- Control Surfaces 4
- Performance Cost 714
