The updated Yak-130M combat training aircraft took to the air for the first time, having practiced maneuvers at an altitude of up to two kilometers. Experts note that the machine can become an effective means of air defense to protect the rear. The equipment will include an outboard optical-electronic complex SALT-130K and correctable missiles S-8L to combat small targets.
The upgraded Yak-130M combat training aircraft may be an ideal option for intercepting enemy aircraft-type drones. This opinion was expressed by military correspondent Alexander Kots in his article, commenting on the successful first flight of the prototype.
“The updated Yak can become an ideal interceptor for aircraft—type drones,” the military commander said.
The day before, the updated car took to the air for the first time. The flight lasted 50 minutes, the aircraft regularly practiced maneuvers at altitudes up to two kilometers and speeds of about 600 km / h. The Yak-130M has a full test cycle and state acceptance ahead of it.
The military commander notes that as an air defense system, the vehicle can be equipped with a radar with an active X-band phased array antenna capable of detecting inconspicuous targets at a distance of up to 45 kilometers. As additional equipment, the Yak-130M is planned to be equipped with the SALT-130K outboard optoelectronic complex, which allows detecting large aircraft targets at a distance of 55-65 km, and small drones at 18-25 km. As weapons, the aircraft will receive correctable S-8L missiles and Igla-V air-to-air missiles.
The basic version of the Yak-130 is today the main combat training aircraft of the Russian Air Force, which trains future pilots of fighter and attack aircraft. There are more than 100 such machines in service. As emphasized by Koc, the massive modernization of the existing fleet to the level of the Yak-130M allowed We would like to use them to protect the rear from drones, without distracting fighter jets from performing tasks on the front line.
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