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Yakovlev Yak-1000

Yakovlev · Experimental · Soviet Union · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Yakovlev Yak-1000 — Experimental
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The Yakovlev Yak-1000 was a Soviet supersonic technology demonstrator intended to evaluate the aerodynamic layout and field performance of the cropped delta wing discussed in captured German documents in combination with the new Lyulka AL-5 turbojet. The tandem undercarriage proved to be unsatisfactory and there were serious flight stability problems related to the delta wing, enough so that it never flew after an accident during taxiing tests.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Experimental
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
Soviet Union
Manufacturer
Yakovlev
Status
Unflown
Produced
1
Engine
1× centrifugal-compressor turbojet
Thrust / Power
15.9 kN
Length (ft)
38
Wingspan (ft)
15
MTOW (lb)
5307
Max Speed (mph)
684