Yakovlev UT-1
Yakovlev · Soviet Union · first flew 1936 · light aircraft
The Yakovlev UT-1 was a Soviet single-seat advanced trainer of the late 1930s, notable for its demanding flying characteristics. It served as an advanced aerobatic and proficiency trainer for Soviet pilots.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Very small, narrow fuselage with open cockpit |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-seat Soviet low-wing trainer with notoriously difficult handling
- Very small, narrow fuselage with open cockpit
- Fixed undercarriage with large wheel fairings
Extremely compact low-wing monoplane with a very narrow fuselage and small open cockpit. Fixed undercarriage with prominent fairings and a tapered wing give it a purposeful, minimalist look.
Specifications
- The Yakovlev UT-1 has a length of 5.75 m (19 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 7.3 m (24 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 257 km/h (160 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Designed by Alexander Yakovlev and first flown in 1936, the UT-1 was produced in modest numbers but gained a reputation for being difficult to fly, claiming many accidents. It provided advanced pilots with a challenge that reportedly improved their skills.
Variants
A two-seat variant (UT-1B) was proposed but not widely produced. The main production version remained the single-seater.
Where you'll see it
Used by the Soviet Air Force in the late 1930s for advanced training; withdrawn relatively quickly due to its accident rate.
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