YAk-55M
The YAK-55 is an aircraft of Russian origin which was designed for international aerobatic competitions. It was designed to replace the Yak-50, which was beginning to lack maneuverability. The Yak-55 quickly stood out as a very powerful and reliable aircraft, its only major modification being the modification of its wing, which made it even more maneuverable.
General characteristics
- Powerplant: Moteur radial de 370 hp
- Seats: 1
- Length: 7.3 m (23.9 ft)
- Wingspan: 8.1 m (26.6 ft)
- Height: 2.75 m (9.2 ft)
- Maximum aerobatic weight: 1,855 lb
Performance
- Top speed: 370 km/h (200 kts)
- Climb rate: 3000 ft/min
- Roll rate: almost 360°/seconds
- Stall speed: 100 km/h (54 kts)
- Range: 705 km (381 nmi)
- Limit load factor: +9G, -6G