HESA Yasin
Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company · Iran · first flew 2019 · fighter
The HESA Yasin is an Iranian two-seat jet trainer and light combat aircraft developed by the Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA). It first flew in 2019 and represents Iran's ambition to develop indigenous advanced jet trainers.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, swept |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × turbojet, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Low-observable design with blended fuselage intake |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Iranian single-engine jet trainer / light combat aircraft
- Low-observable design with blended fuselage intake
- Tandem-seat configuration resembling Western lead-in fighter trainers
A twin-seat mid-wing jet with swept wings, a fuselage-mounted intake under the nose, tandem cockpits under a long canopy, and a single engine exhaust — similar in layout to Western lead-in fighter trainers such as the Hawk or M-346.
Specifications
- The HESA Yasin has a length of 12.25 m (40 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.4 m (34 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 1000 km/h (621 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Developed domestically by HESA as part of Iran's programme to reduce dependence on foreign military aircraft, the Yasin was unveiled and performed its first flight in 2019. It is designed for advanced jet training and potentially light attack roles. The aircraft's development was highlighted by Iranian state media as a milestone in indigenous aerospace capability.
Variants
The Yasin had not spawned publicly acknowledged production variants as of the mid-2020s; it remained in developmental and evaluation status.
Where you'll see it
Evaluated by the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force; operational status as of 2025 remains limited with exact numbers unclear.
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