T he definitive development of the Yak-1 series.
The Yak-9 was a development of the Yak-7 with metal wing spars. The Yak-9
was built in long-range fighter, ground attack and trainer versions. From mid-1944
onwards the Yak-9 was the numerically
most important Soviet fighter.
During WWII 14579 were built; production continued until 1948 and totalled 16769.
Modifications :
 Yak-9D "Dalnij" with extended range;
Yak-9U "Usilennij" with strengthened frame;
Yak-9T carried a 37mm cannon;
Yak-9B "Bombardirovschik" had an internal bomb bay, despite its small size.
More Links...
Yak-9 at
Virtual Aircraft Museum
Yak-9 of Normandie-Niemen
Yak-9, Yakovlev
Yak-9 at
Michael Fletcher's Site;
Yak-9D model page by
Dariusz Tyminski
DOO Flightsimulator page by Oleg Devjatkin;
Common Myths and Misconceptions
The Development of Camouflage and Finish of the Yak-9 Fighter, 1942-45
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