The new Russian jet has enhanced combat capabilities and is equipped with the BRLS-130R radar, SOLT-130K optical-laser system, and “President-S130” electronic defense equipment.
Russian aircraft manufacturer YakovlevIs Yak-130M training and light attack aircraft No. 2 prototypeannounced that it was completed as part of an experimental development program.
The aircraft features the Russian Air Force’s traditional pixel camouflage pattern, and ground and flight tests are scheduled to take place in the coming months. At the same time, assembly of Unit 3 is already underway.
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The first prototype was recently Irkutsk Aircraft Plantwas completed, and certification and validation testing of new technologies applied to the improved jet began.
Dmitry Popov, Deputy Chief Designer of the Yak-130 Programstated that the new model was developed based on an analysis of the experience gained by Russian aviation in recent regional and local conflicts.
“The development of light combat aircraft based on training platforms reflects the global trend in modern military aviation.”said Popov.
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Yak-130Mis successful Yak-130It is based on and is used for training 4th and 5th generation fighter pilots. The main purpose of modernization is expansion of combat capabilitiesto, now air to air and air to ground Can operate missiles.
Major innovations include BRLS-130R radar, SOLT-130K Optical-Laser and Thermal Imaging System, “President-S130” electronic defense complexand KSS-130 Communication SystemThis is included.
With these upgrades, the Yak-130M Perform 24-hour training and combat missions even in adverse weather conditionsThis will become possible.
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