Russia Could Build Yak-141 VTOL Successor

The Soviet Union was a pioneer in vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft development. Key milestones include: Turbolet: An early experimental VTOL aircraft that paved the way for future Soviet VTOL designs. Yak-36: A groundbreaking VTOL fighter that showcased the potential of this technology. Yak-38: The world's first operational VTOL fighter, deployed in Afghanistan. Yak-141: The world's first supersonic VTOL fighter, a testament to Soviet engineering prowess. American Pioneers The United States made significant strides in VTOL technology, particularly with the development of the F-35B, Bell XV-3 and the Convair XFY-1. While these early experiments faced challenges, they laid the groundwork for future advancements. British Breakthrough The United Kingdom's Sea Harrier was a revolutionary aircraft that demonstrated the practical applications of VTOL technology. It saw action in the Falklands War, proving its effectiveness in combat. It was preceded by Hawker P.1127. The Future of Russian VTOL With a rich history in VTOL technology, Russia is poised to re-enter the VTOL aircraft development race. PJSC Yakovlev, a subsidiary of Rostec, is ready to recommence VTOL development at the behest of the Russian Ministry of Defense.