Yakovlev Yak-130

Yakovlev Yak-130 is a twin-engine advanced jet trainer and light attack aircraft developed by the Russian aircraft manufacturer Yakovlev. It is designed for pilot training while also possessing the capability to perform light attack missions. Yak-130 is in service with the Russian Air Force (VKS) and the air forces of various countries including Algeria, Bangladesh, Belarus, Laos, Myanmar, Syria and Vietnam.

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The development of the Yak-130 began in the 1990s to meet the need for a new-generation jet trainer to replace the aging L-39 Albatros aircraft in Russian service. Yakovlev initially collaborated with the Italian company Aermacchi on this project but later continued development independently. The aircraft features modern avionics, a digital fly-by-wire (FBW) flight control system and a glass cockpit. Thanks to its high maneuverability and ability to simulate different flight characteristics, it is effectively used for transition training to various types of combat aircraft such as the Su-30 and MiG-29. The Yak-130 also has a weapons payload capacity of 3,000 kg to enable its use in light attack roles.

• Manufacturer: Yakovlev (Russia)
• Engine: 2 × Klimov RD-35M turbofan
• Length: 11.49 metres
• Wingspan: 9.72 metres
• Height: 4.76 metres
• Empty Weight: 7,270 kg
• Maximum Takeoff Weight: 10,290 kg (training), 11,150 kg (attack)
• Maximum Speed: 1,060 km/h (Mach 0.84)
• Range: 2,100 km
• Service Ceiling: 12,500 metres
• G-Limit: +8 / -3 G
• Weapons Payload: 3,000 kg (nine hardpoints; various guided and unguided missiles, bombs and rockets)

• Pilot Training: The Yak-130 is used in advanced pilot training due to its ability to simulate the flight characteristics and weapon systems of modern combat aircraft. It can perform a variety of training missions including virtual tactical scenarios, air-to-air and air-to-ground combat simulations.
• Light Attack: Thanks to its 3,000 kg weapons payload capacity and advanced avionics, the aircraft can also perform light attack missions. It is capable of conducting strikes against ground targets with guided and unguided weapons, providing close air support and carrying out reconnaissance and surveillance tasks.

• Yak-130: Basic training variant.
• Yak-130M: Modernized version equipped with new avionics, radar, electronic warfare systems and expanded weapons options.

The Yak-130 has been in service with the Russian Air Force since 2010. In addition to pilot training, the aircraft has also been deployed in operations in Syria. Countries such as Algeria, Bangladesh, Belarus and Myanmar have added the Yak-130 to their air forces.