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Position: Executive Officer
Days in clan: 2329
Position: Executive Officer
Days in clan: 2329
Awarded for destroying at least 17 aerial targets in a single sortie and winning the battle.
Awarded for destroying at least 10 aerial targets in a single sortie and winning the battle.
The destroyed targets must include aircraft of all 5 types.
Awarded for earning the highest aircraft type grade in battle.
Awarded for destroying an aerial target using a rocket.
Awarded for destroying at least 20 aircraft from the enemy combat group.
Awarded for earning at least 5000 personal points in each of at least 2 battles played in a row.
The count is reset if the player earns fewer than 5000 personal points in a single battle.
Awarded to members of a Flight that destroyed at least 25 aerial targets.
The count is reset if one of the Flight members is destroyed.
Awarded for destroying an aerial target aircraft by setting it on fire.
Available once for each aircraft in the Hangar.
Awarded once for destroying an aircraft from an Attack Flight.
Battles Fought | 6,489 |
Victories | 4,199 (64.71%) |
Draws | 25 (0%) |
Defeats | 2,265 (35%) |
Average Experience per Battle | 1,748 |
Maximum Experience per Battle | 6,566 |
Aerial Targets Destroyed | 3.95 |
Ground Targets Destroyed | 0.63 |
Damage Caused to Aerial Targets | 1,327.56 |
Damage Caused to Ground Targets | 2,442.45 |
Fighters | 1,903 (29%) |
Multirole Fighters | 1,244 (19%) |
Heavy Fighters | 2,589 (40%) |
Attack Aircraft | 621 (10%) |
Bombers | 109 (2%) |
U.S.S.R. Aircraft | 878 (14%) |
Germany Aircraft | 986 (15%) |
U.S.A. Aircraft | 769 (12%) |
Japan Aircraft | 472 (7%) |
U.K. Aircraft | 3,213 (50%) |
China Aircraft | 18 (0%) |
Europe Aircraft | 130 (2%) |
Ratings | Value | Place | |
Aircraft | Total Sorties | Selected at the Start of a Battle | Most Aerial Targets Destroyed per Sortie | Most Ground Targets Destroyed per Sortie | ||||||||||||||||
Fighters 74 | 4,229 | 1,894 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Kawasaki Ki-10
Kawasaki Ki-10
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2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Last mass-produced biplane fighter used by the Japanese Army. First flew in March 1935. Saw combat in China and in the Soviet-Japanese conflict of Khalkhyn Gol. A total of about 600 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss XP-31
Curtiss XP-31
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9 | 4 | 16 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1932–1933 for the U.S. Army. One prototype was built, but the aircraft never entered service. Aircraft Description
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Kawasaki Ki-5
Kawasaki Ki-5
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12 | 10 | 17 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed in Japan under the guidance of German experts. A total of 4 prototypes were built and underwent trials in 1934. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss P-23
Curtiss P-23
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7 | 3 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Experimental all-metal fighter aircraft developed on the basis of the successful P-6E with several prototypes being produced. Aircraft Description
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Arado Ar 68
Arado Ar 68
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6 | 2 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The last biplane to enter service with the Luftwaffe. Used as a night fighter in Spain and in the initial period of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Bristol Bulldog
Bristol Bulldog
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3 | 2 | 8 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Served in the British Royal Air Force in 1929–1937. A total of 443 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Mitsubishi A5M
Mitsubishi A5M
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2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The first monoplane carrier-based fighter adopted by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service. Successfully used during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Aircraft Description
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III
Arado Ar 80
Arado Ar 80
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8 | 3 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Lightweight fighter constructed in 1934 according to the specifications provided by the Luftwaffe Operational Headquarters. Aircraft Description
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III
Nakajima Ki-27
Nakajima Ki-27
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4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed to replace the Ki-10. The prototype first flew in October 1936. Saw combat in China, during the Battle of Khalkhyn Gol, and in the initial period of the Pacific War. A total of about 3,400 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Focke-Wulf Fw 159
Focke-Wulf Fw 159
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3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed and tested in 1935 as a new fighter for the Luftwaffe, but was considered inferior to the He 112 and Bf 109. Two prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Hawker P.V.3
Hawker P.V.3
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38 | 18 | 19 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The Hawker P.V.3 was developed as an enlarged version of the Hawker Fury fighter powered by a new engine with an enhanced armament of four machine guns. The single completed prototype was tested with several variants of the Goshawk engines in 1934–1935. Aircraft Description
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III
Brewster F2A-1 Buffalo
Brewster F2A-1 Buffalo
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9 | 3 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Early version of the F2A Buffalo. A total of 11 aircraft of this modification were built for the U.S. Navy. Aircraft Description
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III
Curtiss Hawk 75M
Curtiss Hawk 75M
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10 | 4 | 3 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
An export variant of the Model 75 aircraft. Used by the air forces of various countries throughout the world. Aircraft Description
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III
Boeing YP-29
Boeing YP-29
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96 | 54 | 22 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed as an attempt of the Boeing company to produce a more advanced version of the successful P-26 Peashooter. A total of 4 prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Curtiss XP-36F Hawk
Curtiss XP-36F Hawk
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3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the mass-produced P-36As was experimentally redesigned into a version with heavy cannon armament. Following a cycle of tests, it was decided to revert to the initial version with machine gun armament. Aircraft Description
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IV
Curtiss P-36C Hawk
Curtiss P-36C Hawk
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4 | 2 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the early modifications of the P-36 Hawk. A total of 30 aircraft of this modification were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Polikarpov I-17
Polikarpov I-17
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37 | 13 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1934–1937, but never entered service due to lack of advantage over the mass-produced I-16. Only prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Curtiss P-36 Hawk
Curtiss P-36 Hawk
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18 | 7 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the most successful fighters of the prewar period. Served in the air forces of the United States, Great Britain, France, the Netherlands, Norway, and China. Aircraft Description
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IV
Grumman XF4F-3
Grumman XF4F-3
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17 | 5 | 15 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Underwent trials in 1939. Improved version of the fighter entered service with the U.S. Navy as the F4F Wildcat. Aircraft Description
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IV
Messerschmitt Bf 109 B
Messerschmitt Bf 109 B
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32 | 14 | 21 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The winner of the contest to become the principal fighter aircraft with the Luftwaffe. Early modifications were used in Spain and in the initial period of World War II. Aircraft Description
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IV
Polikarpov I-153 DM-4
Polikarpov I-153 DM-4
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11 | 4 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
In October 1940, the mass-produced I-153 was experimentally fitted with auxiliary ramjet DM-4 engines. During the trials, a significant increase in the top speed was achieved. However, it was decided to continue work on the ramjet engines on newer types of aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Nakajima Ki-43-I Hayabusa
Nakajima Ki-43-I Hayabusa
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25 | 5 | 8 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed by the Nakajima Aircraft Company to replace the Ki-27 in the Japanese Air Force. First aircraft entered service in the fall of 1941. A total of about 6,000 Ki-43s of various versions were built and used on all fronts until the end of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M1 Zero
Mitsubishi A6M1 Zero
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38 | 15 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Early prototypes of the famous A6M Zero were equipped with Zuisei engines. First flew in April 1939. Aircraft Description
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IV
Hawker Hurricane Mk. Ia
Hawker Hurricane Mk. Ia
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394 | 190 | 21 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
The Hawker Hurricane fighter of the No. 303 Polish Fighter Squadron in the Royal Air Force. The squadron was actively involved in the Battle of Britain, claiming to have destroyed 126 German aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Heinkel He 112
Heinkel He 112
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27 | 11 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed and tested in 1935 as a new fighter for the Luftwaffe. Exported to Spain, Japan, Hungary, and Romania. A total of 100 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Bristol Type 146
Bristol Type 146
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16 | 6 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Went through trials in 1938 as a new fighter for the Royal Air Force, but was considered inferior to the Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire. Aircraft Description
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Caudron-Renault C.714
Caudron-Renault C.714
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11 | 7 | 14 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed on the basis of the racing aircraft. Used during the French campaign of 1940. A total of about 90 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Nakajima Ki-43-Ic
Nakajima Ki-43-Ic
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2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Several Ki-43 aircraft were captured by the Chinese Nationalist Air Force and the Chinese Communist Air Force after Japan's defeat in the Pacific War. They were operated in China during the ongoing civil war. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire I
Supermarine Spitfire I
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362 | 172 | 21 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
First flown in March 1938. Widely used during the Battle of Britain. Aircraft Description
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Arsenal-Delanne AD 10C2
Arsenal-Delanne AD 10C2
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21 | 10 | 9 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Development of this two-seat fighter with the tandem wing configuration was started by the Arsenal company in 1939. The prototype was completed during the occupation of France. The aircraft was tested in the summer of 1941, but it was decided not to put it into mass production. Aircraft Description
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CAC CA-12 Boomerang
CAC CA-12 Boomerang
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135 | 53 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Fighter designed and produced in Australia based on the CA-1 Wirraway. A total of 250 aircraft were built in 1942–1945. Aircraft Description
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XFL-1 Airabonita
XFL-1 Airabonita
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203 | 86 | 13 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Prototype carrier-based variant of the P-39 Airacobra, which first flew in May 1940. Tested as a new fighter for the U.S. Navy, but was considered inferior to the F4U Corsair. Aircraft Description
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Heinkel He 100 D-1
Heinkel He 100 D-1
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21 | 8 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in the prewar period as an alternative to Messerschmitt fighters. Vied for the world speed record. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Me 209 V4
Messerschmitt Me 209 V4
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7 | 2 | 3 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Blueprint created on the basis of the record-setting Me 209. The project was discontinued due to difficulties in maintenance of the uprated engine. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss P-40 Warhawk
Curtiss P-40 Warhawk
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38 | 18 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed on the basis of the P-36. Most extensively used against Japan during the Pacific War and in China, and on the Soviet-German front. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M3 (experimental)
Mitsubishi A6M3 (experimental)
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71 | 27 | 11 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Several A6M3 were experimentally fitted with 30 mm Type 2 autocannon. However, the trials revealed that the recoil of the 30 mm autocannon was too strong. As a result, the intention to equip the mass-produced A6M with this autocannon was abandoned. Aircraft Description
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Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3
Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3
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48 | 20 | 13 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1940 as a high-altitude, high-speed interceptor. Extensively used in 1941–1942. Over 3,000 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-1
Yakovlev Yak-1
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34 | 19 | 15 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1940 as the I-26 high-speed fighter. One of the best Soviet fighters of the early years of World War II. A total of 8,734 aircraft of various modifications were produced. Aircraft Description
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Lavochkin LaGG-3
Lavochkin LaGG-3
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25 | 10 | 10 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Fighter constructed of timber and designed as a high-speed aircraft in the prewar period. Used on all fronts until the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa
Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa
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51 | 22 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Military use of the first Ki-43 models revealed that the fighter lacked firepower, survivability, and top speed. To correct these faults, the Nakajima Aircraft Company developed a new modification that remained in production until the end of World War II. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero
Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero
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35 | 15 | 18 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Early in the Pacific War, the A6M was the world's most capable carrier-based fighter, which gave Japan air superiority. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 E Emil
Messerschmitt Bf 109 E Emil
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51 | 21 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Modification of the Messerschmitt fighter created after military operations in Spain. Extensively used by the Luftwaffe and the air forces of German allies. Aircraft Description
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North American Mustang IA
North American Mustang IA
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11 | 5 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Modification of the Mustang I that was supplied by the North American Aviation company to U.K. The aircraft featured powerful autocannon that replaced the machine guns fitted on the previous modification. A total of 93 aircraft of this modification were supplied to the Royal Air Force. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire Vb IM
Supermarine Spitfire Vb IM
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192 | 89 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
A modification of the Spitfire V inspired by Iron Maiden.
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North American Mustang Mk.I
North American Mustang Mk.I
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2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in the United States on request of the Royal Air Force. Further modification resulted in the creation of the P-51 Mustang fighter and the A-36 Apache attack aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire V
Supermarine Spitfire V
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296 | 129 | 20 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1941 to replace the Spitfire I and Spitfire II. Widely used in Europe and North Africa. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-1M
Yakovlev Yak-1M
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80 | 32 | 11 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Created in 1943 on the basis of the Yak-1. Further improvements led to creation of the Yak-3. Aircraft Description
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Mikoyan-Gurevich I-210
Mikoyan-Gurevich I-210
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60 | 30 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
A modification of the MiG-3 featuring a radial air-cooled engine. A total of 5 aircraft were built and remained in service until 1944. Aircraft Description
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Lavochkin La-5
Lavochkin La-5
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12 | 4 | 4 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
A further development of the LaGG-3 featuring an air-cooled engine and enhanced aerodynamics. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss-Wright XP-55 Ascender
Curtiss-Wright XP-55 Ascender
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20 | 9 | 7 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed as a promising interceptor fighter with a canard configuration. The first prototype took to the air in July 1943. The tests dragged on until December 1944 when the project was recognized as having no prospects. Aircraft Description
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North American P-51A Mustang
North American P-51A Mustang
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10 | 5 | 13 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
An early model of one of the most famous U.S. Army Air Force fighters of World War II. Used mainly in North Africa, Burma, and Great Britain. Aircraft Description
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Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien
Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien
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6 | 3 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
First flew in December 1941. Different modifications of the Ki-61 were extensively used during the Pacific War from the early 1943 and through the final days of World War II. Over 3,000 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Kawasaki Ki-88
Kawasaki Ki-88
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15 | 5 | 13 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed for the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force as a heavily armed interceptor. Development was discontinued during the prototype stage. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire V DB 605
Supermarine Spitfire V DB 605
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6 | 3 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
During trials of captured Spitfires in Germany, one aircraft was equipped with a German DB 605 engine. It was later destroyed in an Allied air raid. Aircraft Description
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Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero
Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero
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4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
This modification of the A6M confronted Allied fighters until the final days of WWII. A total of 10,449 aircraft of all variants were produced. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 F Friedrich
Messerschmitt Bf 109 F Friedrich
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111 | 47 | 17 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1940, the Bf 109 F outperformed the earlier Bf 109 E due to lighter armament, improved aerodynamics, and a more powerful engine. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-3
Yakovlev Yak-3
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83 | 31 | 13 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Created in 1943 on the basis of the Yak-1. One of the best Soviet fighters of 1944–1945. A total of 4,848 aircraft of this type were built. Aircraft Description
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Mikoyan-Gurevich I-220
Mikoyan-Gurevich I-220
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45 | 19 | 11 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
High-altitude fighter designed for maneuvering combat. During development, the I-220 was tested with different types of engines. Several prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-3RD
Yakovlev Yak-3RD
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3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Modification of the mass-produced Yak-3 featuring an auxiliary liquid-fuel rocket engine and a single cannon. The prototype underwent trials in 1944–1945. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire IX
Supermarine Spitfire IX
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81 | 38 | 15 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the most successful modifications of the famous British fighter. A total of 5,656 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire XVI
Supermarine Spitfire XVI
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70 | 30 | 17 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
A Spitfire IX version equipped with the license-built Merlin 266 engine, bubble canopy, and clipped squared-off wingtips. Aircraft Description
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Gloster Meteor F. I
Gloster Meteor F. I
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20 | 8 | 10 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
First mass-produced jet fighter built by the Allies. Mostly used for training. A total of 20 aircraft of this modification were built. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 K-6 Kurfürst
Messerschmitt Bf 109 K-6 Kurfürst
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4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The last series in the evolution of Germany's Bf 109 fighters, called upon to standardize and put together the aircraft's multiple versions, manufactured by different plants. Aircraft Description
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North American P-51D Mustang
North American P-51D Mustang
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40 | 17 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the most famous American fighters during World War II. Used extensively in Europe and in the later stages of the war against Japan. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 G Gustav
Messerschmitt Bf 109 G Gustav
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59 | 28 | 13 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The most widely produced model of the Messerschmitt fighter. Used in all theaters of war. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Spitfire XIV
Supermarine Spitfire XIV
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368 | 176 | 19 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Entered service in the winter of 1944. A total of 957 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Tachikawa Ki-94-II
Tachikawa Ki-94-II
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4 | 2 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Project for a high-speed well-armed fighter developed by the Tachikawa Aircraft Company in 1943–1945. By the end of World War II only prototypes were built that never took to the air. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Mikoyan-Gurevich I-250
Mikoyan-Gurevich I-250
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67 | 26 | 16 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Experimental mixed-power fighter fitted with both jet and piston engines. Several prototypes were produced in 1945-1946. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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VIII
P-80A Shooting Star
P-80A Shooting Star
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21 | 9 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
First mass-produced jet fighter used by the U.S. Army Air Force. The P-80A equipped several squadrons during World War II, but they did not see combat due to the end of the war. Later the designation was changed to F-80A. A total of 344 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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VIII
De Havilland DH.100 Vampire F.1
De Havilland DH.100 Vampire F.1
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295 | 138 | 18 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
The first mass-produced modification of the DH.100 Vampire featuring the Goblin I engine. Entered service in April 1945. A total of 40 aircraft of the early F.1 series were built, but they did not see combat due to the end of World War II. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Shenyang JL-1A-37
Shenyang JL-1A-37
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13 | 5 | 7 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Derived from the training aircraft JJ-1, it never went past the initial concept phase. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Yakovlev Yak-15
Yakovlev Yak-15
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54 | 24 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The first jet-powered fighter to enter service with the Soviet Air Force. Developed on the basis of the Yak-3 in 1946. A total of 280 aircraft were produced. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Attacker
Supermarine Attacker
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174 | 80 | 20 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The first British carrier-based jet fighter, which first flew in July 1946. A total of 185 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Supermarine Swift
Supermarine Swift
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57 | 26 | 11 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
First flown in December 1948. Never used in combat. A total of 197 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Multirole Fighters 45 | 2,827 | 1,243 | ||||||||||||||||||
I
Gloster Goldfinch
Gloster Goldfinch
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2 | 1 | 12 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in early 1926 as an all-metal version of the Gamecock fighter. Never entered service. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-5
Polikarpov I-5
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27 | 14 | 22 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the main fighter aircraft of the Red Army Air Force in the early 1930s. Used during World War II on a limited basis. Aircraft Description
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II
Curtiss Hawk III
Curtiss Hawk III
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4 | 3 | 16 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
An export version of the Curtiss BF2C-1. A total of 137 aircraft were built for the Air Forces of China, Argentina, Turkey, and Thailand. Licensed for production in China. Aircraft Description
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Curtiss F11C-2
Curtiss F11C-2
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1 | 1 | 7 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Carrier-based fighter-bomber. A total of 28 aircraft were built for the U.S. Navy from 1932 through 1933. Exported as the Hawk II. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-5 ShKAS
Polikarpov I-5 ShKAS
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6 | 3 | 19 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
To increase firepower, the PV-1 machine guns on some of the I-5 fighters were replaced by the ShKAS, which had higher rate of fire. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-15
Polikarpov I-15
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2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Early 1930s high specification biplane fighter. Saw extensive action in conflicts beyond the borders of the U.S.S.R. Aircraft Description
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Hawker Demon
Hawker Demon
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2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Fighter version of the Hawker Hart light bomber. First flew in 1933. A total of 305 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Blackburn Skua
Blackburn Skua
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8 | 5 | 14 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed as a multi-purpose aircraft for the Royal Air Force. The first prototype flew in February 1937, with total of 192 aircraft being built. Aircraft Description
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Blackburn Skua Mk. 1
Blackburn Skua Mk. 1
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9 | 8 | 20 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
An early modification of the Blackburn Skua, a British fighter-bomber powered by the Mercury IX engine. Due to a shortage of these engines, serial models were equipped with other available motors. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-16 (early mod.)
Polikarpov I-16 (early mod.)
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24 | 9 | 11 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in the early 1930s as a high-speed fighter. Used in Spain in 1936, during the Battles of Khalkhyn Gol in 1939, and through World War II. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-16 (late mod.)
Polikarpov I-16 (late mod.)
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176 | 71 | 16 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Modification of the I-16 featuring more powerful weapons and improved performance. Aircraft Description
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IV
Brewster F2A Buffalo
Brewster F2A Buffalo
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17 | 9 | 8 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Exported to the Royal Air Force, Royal Netherlands Air Force, and Finnish Air Force. Used in the initial period of the Pacific War. Aircraft Description
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Republic P-43 Lancer
Republic P-43 Lancer
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13 | 6 | 7 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
First flew in March 1940. The aircraft saw combat in China. A total of 272 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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Polikarpov I-16 Type 29
Polikarpov I-16 Type 29
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7 | 3 | 7 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Last mass-produced modification of the Polikarpov I-16. First flew in 1940. The main difference from its predecessors was it had no guns in the wings, but carried a synchronized large-caliber machine gun. Aircraft Description
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IV
Arado Ar 197
Arado Ar 197
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1 | 1 | 12 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
The last German biplane fighter. Designed for naval operations for the never-completed aircraft carrier Graf Zeppelin. Aircraft Description
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Borovkov-Florov I-207/4
Borovkov-Florov I-207/4
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190 | 87 | 20 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
The last developed version of the I-207 fighter. The aircraft was supposed to have the properties of both high-speed monoplanes and maneuverable biplanes. The prototype was built by the spring of 1941, but the project was discontinued. Aircraft Description
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Hawker Hurricane Mk I
Hawker Hurricane Mk I
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28 | 12 | 16 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
The main British fighter type of early World War II. The prototype first flew in November 1935. Widely used in the French campaign in 1940 and massively used in the Battle of Britain. Aircraft Description
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Hawker Hurricane Mk II
Hawker Hurricane Mk II
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135 | 62 | 16 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
The Hurricane Mk II entered service in 1940. Compared to the early fighter variants, it was equipped with a more powerful engine, and its armament was gradually enhanced. This modification remained in production until 1944 and was also built in Canada. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-7
Yakovlev Yak-7
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27 | 12 | 7 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1941 on the basis of the Yak-7UTI flight trainer. A total of 6,399 fighters of various modifications were built, including training aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Grumman F4F Wildcat
Grumman F4F Wildcat
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42 | 17 | 7 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
The best U.S. carrier-based fighter at the start of the war with Japan. Used from the outset through the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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V
Republic XP-44 Rocket
Republic XP-44 Rocket
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17 | 8 | 8 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
A further development of the P-43 Lancer featuring a more powerful Pratt & Whitney R-2180 engine. Development was discontinued due to the decision of the Republic Aviation Corporation to focus on building a more promising P-47 fighter. Aircraft Description
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V
Curtiss P-40N Kittyhawk
Curtiss P-40N Kittyhawk
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15 | 9 | 12 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
A late version of the P-40, operated by Chinese pilots. The aircraft features high reliability and new engines with automatic boost control. Aircraft Description
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V
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-1
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-1
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41 | 18 | 7 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1939 as an alternative to the Bf 109 that served in the Luftwaffe. The Fw 190 entered mass production in 1941. Aircraft Description
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Hawker Tornado
Hawker Tornado
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241 | 97 | 17 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Created by the Hawker company based on the experience gained from the development of the Hurricane. A total of 6 prototypes were built and tested in 1939–1941. However, due to engine problems, the project was abandoned in favor of the Hawker Typhoon. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-9
Yakovlev Yak-9
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8 | 3 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1942 on the basis of the Yak-7. The most widely produced Soviet fighter. A total of 16,769 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Chance-Vought F4U-1 Corsair
Chance-Vought F4U-1 Corsair
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77 | 38 | 13 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the most widely produced United States Navy fighters of World War II. Used in both carrier- and land-based operations. Aircraft Description
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Republic P-47B Thunderbolt
Republic P-47B Thunderbolt
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34 | 18 | 16 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed on request of the U.S. Army Air Corps after the production of the Р-43 Lancer and P-44 Rocket was discontinued. First flew in May 1941. A total of 171 P-47Bs were built and used for conducting flight trials and training of pilots. Aircraft Description
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Ilyushin IL-1
Ilyushin IL-1
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42 | 21 | 17 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed as an armored low- and mid-altitude fighter capable of engaging enemy aircraft in a maneuvering combat. The project was discontinued due to the achievement of air superiority by the Soviet Air Force in 1944. Aircraft Description
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Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-5
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-5
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77 | 36 | 12 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
A further modification of the Fw 190 featuring heavier armament and a more powerful engine. Entered service in the spring of 1943. Used extensively as a multirole fighter. Aircraft Description
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Yakovlev Yak-9U
Yakovlev Yak-9U
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58 | 24 | 9 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
A further modification of the Yak-9. Developed in 1943. Successfully used in 1944-1945 on the Soviet-German front. Produced until 1948. Aircraft Description
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Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D
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60 | 25 | 11 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
The Fw 190 D modification entered service in the fall of 1944. It proved to be one of the best German fighters during the last stages of the war. Aircraft Description
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Chance-Vought F4U-4 Corsair
Chance-Vought F4U-4 Corsair
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64 | 28 | 14 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
A further modification of the F4U. Used extensively in World War II against Japan and the Korean War. A total of 2,557 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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Hawker Typhoon
Hawker Typhoon
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193 | 87 | 15 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed simultaneously with the Hawker Tornado as a high-speed interceptor. However, it proved most effective as a multirole fighter. Remained the main support aircraft in the Royal Air Force until the end of combat in Europe. Aircraft Description
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Republic P-47N Thunderbolt
Republic P-47N Thunderbolt
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45 | 21 | 9 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed by the Republic Aviation Corporation in 1944 to keep the P-47 competitive with the P-51 Mustang fighter, which was introduced into service with the U.S. Army Air Force. A total of 1,816 P-47Ns were built. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Hawker Tempest
Hawker Tempest
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201 | 85 | 17 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed as a modification of the Hawker Typhoon. However, due to multiple significant changes to the design, was redesignated into the Hawker Tempest. As a multirole fighter, it proved to be one of the best British World War II aircraft. Aircraft Description
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Kyushu J7W1 Shinden
Kyushu J7W1 Shinden
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70 | 34 | 16 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Interceptor designed to counter U.S. bombing raids on the Japanese islands. Only two prototypes were finished before the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Sukhoi Su-9
Sukhoi Su-9
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2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed in 1946 under the influence of the German experience. The only prototype of the Su-9 was produced and tested in 1946–1947. The aircraft never entered service, since the project was abandoned in favor of the MiG-15. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Goodyear F2G Super Corsair
Goodyear F2G Super Corsair
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78 | 32 | 17 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Super Corsair, a high-speed modification of the famous F4U. Achieved fame as a trophy-winning air racer after World War II. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Blohm und Voss P.210
Blohm und Voss P.210
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106 | 37 | 13 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed as part of the project for a mass-produced and low-cost jet-powered "people's fighter". The concept and appearance of the aircraft were defined in September 1944, but the prototype was never built. Aircraft Description
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IX
Kyushu J7W2 Shinden-Kai
Kyushu J7W2 Shinden-Kai
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18 | 9 | 12 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Jet-powered version of the J7W1. Remained in blueprint form by the time of Japan's surrender. Aircraft Description
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IX
Hawker Sea Hawk
Hawker Sea Hawk
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117 | 49 | 10 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
The first jet fighter built by the Hawker Aircraft company. Its prototype conducted its maiden flight on September 2, 1947. Initially, it was developed for the Royal Air Force, but was later redesigned for the Fleet Air Arm. Served in the German, Royal Netherlands, and Indian Navy. Aircraft Description
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Blohm und Voss P.212.03
Blohm und Voss P.212.03
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73 | 28 | 14 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
The BV P.212 was designed as part of the Luftwaffe's Emergency Fighter Program. Several concepts were developed. The BV P.212.03 version was selected as final. The first prototype was to make its first flight in the summer of 1945. Aircraft Description
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IX
F-94D Starfire
F-94D Starfire
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462 | 206 | 21 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Prototype built on the basis of the F-94B fighter and used as a test platform for various armament configurations. Never entered mass production. Aircraft Description
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X
Hawker Hunter
Hawker Hunter
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2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed by the Hawker Aircraft company based on the experience gained when designing the Sea Hawk. The prototype first took to the air in July 1951. In 1953, the Hawker Hunter entered mass production. It was exported to various countries and saw combat service in a range of conflicts in the latter half of the 20th century. Aircraft Description
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X
Chance-Vought F7U Cutlass
Chance-Vought F7U Cutlass
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5 | 2 | 8 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Carrier-based U.S. Navy fighter of the postwar period. Notable design features include no horizontal stabilizer, two engines, and twin rudders. Aircraft Description
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Heavy Fighters 28 | 5,407 | 2,586 | ||||||||||||||||||
III
Focke-Wulf Fw 57
Focke-Wulf Fw 57
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5 | 3 | 5 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Twin-engine heavy fighter. One of the first Zerstörer concepts developed for the Luftwaffe. Aircraft Description
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III
Dornier Do 17 Z-7 Kauz
Dornier Do 17 Z-7 Kauz
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16 | 9 | 17 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed on the basis of the Do 17 Z bomber as a heavy night fighter. Featured more powerful weapons and reduced bomb load. Aircraft Description
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III
PZL P.38 Wilk
PZL P.38 Wilk
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186 | 108 | 30 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed from 1934 as a multipurpose aircraft with the ability to perform as both a fighter and a ground forces support aircraft. Only two prototypes were built and tested before World War II. Aircraft Description
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IV
Messerschmitt Bf 110 C-6
Messerschmitt Bf 110 C-6
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8 | 4 | 21 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Modification of the serial Bf 110 equipped with a 30 mm MK-101 antitank cannon. A total of 12 aircraft were produced during May–July 1940. Aircraft Description
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IV
Messerschmitt Bf 110 B
Messerschmitt Bf 110 B
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93 | 45 | 21 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Created as a "strategic fighter," a concept popular in the interwar period. Successfully used in campaigns in Poland, France, and Norway. Aircraft Description
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IV
Bristol Blenheim F
Bristol Blenheim F
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385 | 205 | 21 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
Modification of the Blenheim bomber into a long-range fighter or night fighter. A total of 60 aircraft were modified. Aircraft Description
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V
Bristol Beaufighter
Bristol Beaufighter
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2,395 | 1,147 | 27 | 11 | ||||||||||||||||
First flew in July 1939. Used as a long-range fighter and night fighter. A total of 5,928 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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V
SNCASE SE 100
SNCASE SE 100
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5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
A project for a heavy fighter carrying powerful offensive and defensive armament. First flew in March 1939. The development was discontinued due to the occupation of France in 1940. Aircraft Description
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V
Messerschmitt Bf 110 E
Messerschmitt Bf 110 E
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68 | 33 | 12 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
A forced upgrade of the 110 by the Messerschmitt company due to the failed creation of the Me 210. Used both offensively and as a night fighter. Aircraft Description
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V
Grumman F5F Skyrocket
Grumman F5F Skyrocket
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58 | 28 | 12 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed for the American Navy as an interceptor with a high climbing rate. Only one prototype was built, and it received a series of improvements. The first flight was made on April 1, 1940. After entering the F4F series, the development of the F5F was abandoned. Aircraft Description
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V
P-38F Lightning
P-38F Lightning
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16 | 6 | 6 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
First combat-ready modification of the P-38 Lightning. Used in Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific Theater. A total of 527 aircraft were produced. Aircraft Description
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V
Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu
Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu
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294 | 137 | 17 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed as a long-range fighter for Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Saw combat from the summer of 1942 and was extensively used before the end of the war in the Japanese anti-aircraft defense to counter U.S. heavy bombers. Aircraft Description
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VI
De Havilland 98 Mosquito
De Havilland 98 Mosquito
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88 | 35 | 17 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Widely used in various roles, including as a long-range fighter, night fighter, and fighter-bomber. A total of 7,781 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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VI
P-38L Lightning
P-38L Lightning
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2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
An experimental variant of the P-38L armed with 15 mm heavy machine guns and wing-mounted rockets. Because of multiple technical problems, further tests were halted. Aircraft Description
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VI
Kawasaki Ki-102
Kawasaki Ki-102
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248 | 117 | 25 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in several versions to be used against both aerial and ground targets and to replace the Ki-45. Saw limited action before the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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VI
Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse
Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse
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391 | 178 | 18 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Heavy fighter-bomber, a further development of the Zerstörer concept. Used mainly on the Western Front. Aircraft Description
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VII
Rikugun Ki-93
Rikugun Ki-93
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125 | 61 | 20 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed to carry heavy cannon armament for fulfilling a wide range of combat missions. Only one prototype was built and took to the air only once. Aircraft Description
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Messerschmitt Bf 109 Z Zwilling
Messerschmitt Bf 109 Z Zwilling
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76 | 35 | 11 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
Heavy fighter-bomber incorporating two fuselages of the Bf 109. The only prototype was destroyed in an Allied bombing raid. Aircraft Description
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VII
Arsenal VB 10
Arsenal VB 10
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6 | 2 | 5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
Development was started before the occupation of France. The prototype first flew in the summer of 1945. A total of 200 aircraft were ordered. However, due to the development of jet aircraft and decreasing interest in the project, only 2 prototypes and a series of 4 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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VII
De Havilland 103 Hornet
De Havilland 103 Hornet
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299 | 133 | 23 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
First flew in July 1944. A total of 383 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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VII
Grumman F7F Tigercat
Grumman F7F Tigercat
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26 | 12 | 17 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed as a heavy carrier-based fighter for the U.S. Pacific Fleet. First flew in November 1943. A total of 364 aircraft were produced. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Chance-Vought XF5U Pancake
Chance-Vought XF5U Pancake
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82 | 39 | 17 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Experimental U.S. Navy fighter with unique configuration. Never saw combat due to the introduction of jet-powered aircraft. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Westland P.1056
Westland P.1056
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132 | 56 | 21 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||
Project for a fighter-bomber created by Westland in 1945. Development was discontinued during the preliminary design phase. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe
Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe
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202 | 98 | 19 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
The world's first jet-powered fighter to enter mass production. The start of development was delayed by the interference of German top leadership who demanded a bomber variant to be developed first. Aircraft Description
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IX
Gloster P.228
Gloster P.228
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68 | 32 | 12 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Project for a new two-seat night fighter. The development was discontinued during the design phase. Aircraft Description
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IX
Messerschmitt Me 262 HG II
Messerschmitt Me 262 HG II
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50 | 20 | 11 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
A further modification of the Me 262 A. The prototype first flew in January 1945, with modification improvement continuing until the end of the war. Aircraft Description
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IX
McDonnell F2H Banshee
McDonnell F2H Banshee
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62 | 30 | 17 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||
First flew in January 1947. Used during the Korean War. A total of 895 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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X
Gloster Javelin
Gloster Javelin
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21 | 10 | 10 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||
All-weather interceptor, which first flew in November 1951. A total of 436 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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Attack Aircraft 20 | 1,293 | 620 | ||||||||||||||||||
II
Kochyerigin TSh-2
Kochyerigin TSh-2
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6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
A heavily armored attack aircraft designed to support the troops and armored vehicles of the Red Army. Never saw mass production. Aircraft Description
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II
Henschel Hs 123
Henschel Hs 123
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1 | 1 | 13 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
First flew in May 1935. Successfully used for close air support during the Spanish Civil War and World War II. A total of about 260 aircraft were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Blohm und Voss Ha 137
Blohm und Voss Ha 137
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51 | 30 | 14 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in 1935–1936 in Germany to provide close air support for ground forces. Never entered service. A total of 6 prototypes were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Kochyerigin BSh-1
Kochyerigin BSh-1
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3 | 2 | 5 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
In 1936, the Soviet Union purchased from the U.S. a production license for the Vultee V-11 attack bomber. Redesigned as the BSh-1, it underwent trials in 1937–1939. Aircraft Description
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III
CAC CA-1 Wirraway
CAC CA-1 Wirraway
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40 | 20 | 11 | 9 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed to support ground forces. Used by the Royal Australian Air Forces in the Pacific during World War II. A total of 755 aircraft were built in 1939–1946. Aircraft Description
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III
Kochyerigin TSh-3
Kochyerigin TSh-3
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13 | 9 | 10 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed in the early 1930s as a heavy armored attack aircraft for the Red Army Air Force. Aircraft Description
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IV
Focke-Wulf Fw 189 C Eule
Focke-Wulf Fw 189 C Eule
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72 | 32 | 6 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
Armored attack aircraft based on the famous Fw 189 reconnaissance aircraft. Several prototypes underwent trials in 1939–1940. Aircraft Description
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IV
Ilyushin BSh-2
Ilyushin BSh-2
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35 | 16 | 4 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
Single-seat heavily armored attack aircraft. Prototype model of the IL-2, which first flew on 12 October 1940. Aircraft Description
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V
IL-2 with rear gunner
IL-2 with rear gunner
|
208 | 106 | 6 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
During frontline trials, several attempts were made to modify the IL-2 by adding a rear gunner position. Aircraft Description
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V
Junkers Ju 87 G Stuka
Junkers Ju 87 G Stuka
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3 | 2 | 2 | 17 | ||||||||||||||||
Attack modification of the iconic Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber featuring enhanced armament and armor. Aircraft Description
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V
Henschel Hs 129 B
Henschel Hs 129 B
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49 | 24 | 6 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
Armored attack aircraft first flown in May 1939. A total of 865 aircraft of all modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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V
Ilyushin IL-2
Ilyushin IL-2
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44 | 21 | 3 | 10 | ||||||||||||||||
This well-armored attack aircraft became a legend of the Soviet Air Force. Early models of the IL-2 lacked a rear gunner. Aircraft Description
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VI
Ilyushin IL-2 two-seat
Ilyushin IL-2 two-seat
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86 | 44 | 5 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||
A later version of the IL-2, configured with a rear gunner. Became the most widely produced attack aircraft of World War II. Aircraft Description
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VI
Junkers Ju 88 P
Junkers Ju 88 P
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14 | 5 | 2 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
Anti-tank modification of the Ju 88 bomber. Several dozen aircraft equipped with different armament variants were built. Aircraft Description
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VII
Ilyushin IL-8
Ilyushin IL-8
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118 | 63 | 3 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
A drastic modification of the IL-2 attack aircraft, it had much heavier armor to increase durability. Bomb capacity was also increased. Aircraft Description
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VII
Messerschmitt Me 265
Messerschmitt Me 265
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70 | 28 | 6 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
A tailless design for a multirole attack aircraft. Development began in 1942 but was never completed. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Ilyushin IL-20
Ilyushin IL-20
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198 | 100 | 5 | 16 | ||||||||||||||||
Experimental attack aircraft. It featured a wider visual field which allowed for better targeting. Never entered mass production. Aircraft Description
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VIII
Messerschmitt Me 329
Messerschmitt Me 329
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149 | 60 | 5 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||
Designed simultaneously with the Me 265 as a new multirole attack aircraft for the Luftwaffe. Never entered mass production. Aircraft Description
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IX
Messerschmitt Me P.1099 B-2
Messerschmitt Me P.1099 B-2
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96 | 38 | 4 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed from the Me 262 as a multirole aircraft with different armament variants. Development was discontinued as the war had ended. Aircraft Description
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IX
Ilyushin IL-40
Ilyushin IL-40
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37 | 16 | 3 | 21 | ||||||||||||||||
Heavily armed and armored high-speed attack aircraft with tandem seating. Developed in 1953–1956. Aircraft Description
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III
Potez 540
Potez 540
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1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
A French air cruiser of the first half of the 1930s. Was called up to perform a wide range of missions: from reconnaissance to strikes on enemy positions. Proved successful in the early stages of the Spanish Civil War. By the beginning of active hostilities against Germany, the planes were considered obsolete and removed from combat units. Aircraft Description
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III
Arkhangelsky/Tupolev SB
Arkhangelsky/Tupolev SB
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5 | 4 | 1 | 11 | ||||||||||||||||
The main Soviet pre-war medium bomber. First took to the air in 1934. Extensively used in the late 1930s and in early Word War II. A total of 7,000 aircraft of various modifications were built. Aircraft Description
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III
Junkers Ju 86 E
Junkers Ju 86 E
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1 | 1 | 0 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
Due to problems with the diesel engines on the early Ju 86, it was decided to replace them with the radial BMW 132. The new modification—the Ju 86 E—served with the Luftwaffe until it was replaced by more advanced He 111 bombers. Aircraft Description
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IV
Dornier Do 17 Z
Dornier Do 17 Z
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19 | 13 | 2 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
The last and most advanced version of the Do 17 bomber. The prototype first took to the air in March 1938. It featured an absolutely new cockpit design, new engines, and enhanced defensive armament. A total of roughly 500 Do 17 Z aircraft in several versions were built. Aircraft Description
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IV
Arkhangelsky Ar-2
Arkhangelsky Ar-2
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15 | 10 | 0 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
A drastic modification of the SB bomber built with the aim of improving its combat performance. First flew in 1940. A total of about 200 aircraft were built and saw combat along with the SB. Aircraft Description
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IV
Heinkel He 111 H-2
Heinkel He 111 H-2
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3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||
A modification of one of the most well-known German World War II bombers. The He 111 H-2 entered mass production in September 1939. This aircraft differed from the early Не 111 in the engines and enhanced defensive armament. Over 500 aircraft of the H-2 series were produced. Aircraft Description
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V
Boeing B-17D Flying Fortress
Boeing B-17D Flying Fortress
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35 | 29 | 1 | 12 | ||||||||||||||||
The B-17D modification was developed in February 1941. Most of these bombers were sent to the U.S. air bases in the Pacific, where the beginning of the war with Japan found them. Aircraft Description
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V
Junkers Ju 88 A
Junkers Ju 88 A
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38 | 24 | 1 | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
The most mass-produced modification of the Ju 88. Mass production started in March 1939, and by 1940–1941, the Ju 88 A became the main bomber type in the Luftwaffe. The aircraft was widely used on all fronts and was also supplied to the allies of Germany. Aircraft Description
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V
Petlyakov Pe-2
Petlyakov Pe-2
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2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
The main Soviet tactical bomber of World War II. The prototype first flew in December 1939. Over 11,000 Pe-2s of various modifications were built and saw extensive action throughout World War II. Aircraft Description
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VI
Douglas A-26B Invader
Douglas A-26B Invader
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9 | 5 | 5 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
Developed as an attack bomber to replace the Douglas A-20 Havoc serving the U.S. Air Force. The A-26B was the first aircraft in the series to enter mass production. A significant number of modifications were built based on the A-26B. Aircraft Description
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VI
Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress
Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress
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9 | 5 | 1 | 6 | ||||||||||||||||
The most mass-produced version of the Flying Fortress with significantly enhanced defensive armament. Extensively used in the strategic bombing campaign against Germany. Aircraft Description
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VI
Dornier Do 217 M
Dornier Do 217 M
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21 | 14 | 1 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||
The Do 217 M was a variant of the mass-produced Do 217 K with the DB 603 engine instead of the BMW 801 that was in great demand for fighters. Both bomber variants were used mainly on the Western Front. Aircraft Description
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