Yakovlev AIR-6
Yakovlev · Soviet Union · first flew 1932 · light aircraft
The Yakovlev AIR-6 was a Soviet three-seat parasol-monoplane light aircraft designed in the early 1930s, featuring an enclosed cabin that made it suitable for utility and liaison flying as well as sport use. It was produced in relatively large numbers for a Soviet civil type of the period.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.8 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Soviet parasol-monoplane light aircraft of the early 1930s
- Three-seat enclosed cabin design
- One of Yakovlev's most-produced early types
A high-parasol-wing monoplane with an enclosed three-seat cabin, strut-braced wing mounted above the fuselage, and a fixed spatted undercarriage.
Specifications
- The Yakovlev AIR-6 has a length of 7.8 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.08 m (40 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 169 km/h (105 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 pilot + 2 passengers.
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History
First flown in 1932, the AIR-6 was one of Yakovlev's most successful early designs, produced at Moscow Aviation Plant No. 39 in appreciable quantities. It was used by Osoaviakhim clubs and saw some utility service within the Soviet Union.
Variants
Several sub-variants with different engine installations were built; the configuration remained broadly the same.
Where you'll see it
Widely used by Soviet flying clubs and for light utility duties; served as an important stepping stone in Yakovlev's development as a designer.
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