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Lavochkin LA-9

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Lavochkin LA-9

This is the only flying example of this aircraft in the world, only a few exist in any condition. This Russian fighter was produced shortly after the end of World War II by Syemon Lavochkin and about 1600 units were built.

LA-9

The aircraft has a top speed of 430 mph and a ceiling of about 35,000 feet. The engine is a Shvetsov M-82FN 14 cylinder radial producing 1850 hp. Wingspan is 32 feet, length is 28 feet, and height is approximately 8 feet.





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