Yakovlek Yak 130 jat trainer

Yakovlev Yak-130 

The Yakovlev Yak-130 is a Russian advanced jet trainer and light combat aircraft. Originally developed by Yakovlev and Aermacchi, it was designed to train pilots for 4+ generation and fifth-generation fighters, like the Su-57. 

 Features of yak-130:

• Twin-engine subsonic jet with a fly-by-wire system.
• Can simulate the flight characteristics of various modern fighter jets.
• Capable of carrying weapons, making it useful for light attack missions.
• First flight: April 25, 1996.
• Entered service: February 19, 2010.
• Users: Russian Air Force, Bangladesh Air Force, Algerian Air Force, Belarusian Air Force, and others.

It’s a versatile aircraft, used both for pilot training and combat operations.

The Yak-130 plays a crucial role in military pilot training, serving as an advanced jet trainer that prepares pilots for modern multi-role fighters like the Su-30, Su-35, and MiG-29 

Training Functions

-Simulates modern fighter jets: The Yak-130 can replicate the flight characteristics of 4+ generation and fifth-generation fighters, making it an ideal lead-in fighter trainer.

Digital fly-by-wire system: Allows pilots to experience realistic handling similar to high-performance combat aircraft.

Glass cockpit & modern avionics: Helps trainees familiarize themselves with advanced flight control systems

Combat training: While primarily a trainer, the Yak-130 can also be used for light attack missions giving pilots experience in air-to-air and air-to-ground combat scenarios.

The aircraft was developed to replace older trainers like the L-39 Albatros, ensuring that pilots transition smoothly to next-generation fighters. Its versatility makes it a cost-effective solution for air forces worldwide. Want to explore how different countries use it? 

Technical specifications of yak 130:

The Yak-130 is a twin-engine, subsonic jet trainer and light combat aircraft with impressive capabilities. Here are its key technical specifications:

Technical Specifications:

• Crew: 2 (pilot and instructor)
• Length: 11.24 m (36 ft 11 in)
• Wingspan: 10.40 m (34 ft 1 in)
• Height: 4.78 m (15 ft 8 in)
• Wing Area: 23.5 m² (253 ft²)
• Empty Weight: 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs)
• Max Takeoff Weight: 9,000 kg (19,842 lbs)

Performance preview

• Max Speed:  1,050 km/h (652 mph)
• Service Ceiling:  12,500 m (41,010 ft)
• Rate of Climb:  3,895 m/min (12,780 ft/min)
• Range:  2,000 km (1,243 mi)

Powerplant

• Engines:  2 × Klimov RD-35M turbofan engines
• Thrust (each): 22.0 kN (4,946 lbf)

Armaments 

Hardpoints:  9 (1 on each wingtip, 3 under each wing, 1 under the fuselage)

Weapons:  Can carry air-to-air missiles, air-to-ground missiles, bombs, and rocket pods.

The Yak-130 is highly maneuverable and can simulate the flight characteristics of modern fighter jets, making it an excellent training platform for pilots transitioning to advanced aircraft.