The Yakovlev Yak-15 was a first-generation Soviet turbojet fighter developed by the Yakovlev design bureau (OKB) immediately after World War II. It used a reverse-engineered German Junkers Jumo 004 engine. Along with the Swedish Saab 21R, it was one of only two jets to be successfully converted from a piston-powered aircraft and enter production.[3] 280 aircraft were built in 1947. Although nominally a fighter, it was mainly used to qualify piston-engine-experienced pilots to fly jets.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 36.9ft (11.3m)
- Length 34.1ft (10.4m)
- Height 13.4ft (4.1m)
- Empty Weight 11,770lbs (5,339kg)
- Loaded Weight 14,292lbs (6,482kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 2.358
- Wing Loading 132.8lbs/ft2 (648.3kg/m2)
- Wing Area 107.6ft2 (10.0m2)
- Drag Points 3559
Parts
- Number of Parts 69
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 399
