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Yakovlev · YAK9

Yakovlev Yak-9 specs, size & range

The Yakovlev Yak-9 (ICAO code YAK9) is a landplane with one piston engine in the light wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with one piston engine Wake category: Light Piston & light aircraft
Yakovlev Yak-9
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Yak-9 specifications

Detailed dimensions and performance figures are not available for this type yet.

The Yakovlev Yak-9 is a landplane with one piston engine built by Yakovlev. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code YAK9. It belongs to the light wake-turbulence category.

Aircraft similar to the Yak-9

Comparable piston & light aircraft include Piper PA-32 Saratoga, Aermacchi AL-60, Bell P-63 Kingcobra and Beechcraft T-34 Mentor.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Yakovlev Yak-9?

YAK9 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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