Yakovlev Yak-10
Yakovlev · Soviet Union · first flew 1944 · light aircraft
The Yakovlev Yak-10 was a Soviet light liaison and communications aircraft that first flew in 1944, designed to supplement the Po-2 in short-range utility roles. It featured a braced high wing and enclosed cabin for improved crew comfort.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.45 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Soviet high-wing light liaison monoplane of WWII era
- Braced parasol-style wing with enclosed cabin
- Short take-off and landing capability
A braced high-wing monoplane with a fully enclosed four-seat cabin, single piston engine, and fixed undercarriage — utilitarian Soviet workmanship.
Specifications
- The Yakovlev Yak-10 has a length of 8.45 m (28 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 206 km/h (128 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 + 3 passengers.
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History
The Soviet wartime need for capable liaison aircraft led Yakovlev to develop the Yak-10 as a step up from older biplanes. First flown near the end of World War II, it entered limited production and served the Soviet Air Force and civil aviation in the immediate postwar years. It was eventually superseded by more capable designs.
Variants
Minor production changes occurred but no significantly different named variants entered service.
Where you'll see it
Served the Soviet Air Force and Aeroflot in liaison and light transport roles in the late 1940s.
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