In 1964 the Czechoslovakian Ministry of Defence issued a preliminary technical specification for a new light attack and weapons training aircraft to replace the L-29. Flight tests showed that the L-39 had excellent flight characteristics and in 1971, preparations were made to produce the L-39 at Aero's factory.
The aircraft was officially named the "Albatros" and the first pre-production series were handed over to the Czechoslovakian air force in March 1972. In 1973, the L-39 passed the State Verification tests for acceptance in the Soviet Union, therefore complying with the requirements for deployment to Soviet military academies. With its ease of operation and low maintenance requirements, more than 2,800 L-39s are in use by over 30 air forces throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The L-39 Albatros is the most widely used jet trainer in the world. In addition to performing basic and advanced pilot training, it has also flown combat missions in a light-attack role. Atypically, it has never received a NATO reporting name.
Various modifications for RF 7.5 creates very realistic flight performance. This model has retractable landing gear and landing flaps. Moderate brakes are engaged with the landing flaps. The sound profile used is “oO Turbine 02”. Engine specifications match the JetCat P160-SX turbine engine.
This alternate view aircraft is one of the best flying jets available in RealFlight. Well worth adding to your collection.
The aircraft was officially named the "Albatros" and the first pre-production series were handed over to the Czechoslovakian air force in March 1972. In 1973, the L-39 passed the State Verification tests for acceptance in the Soviet Union, therefore complying with the requirements for deployment to Soviet military academies. With its ease of operation and low maintenance requirements, more than 2,800 L-39s are in use by over 30 air forces throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The L-39 Albatros is the most widely used jet trainer in the world. In addition to performing basic and advanced pilot training, it has also flown combat missions in a light-attack role. Atypically, it has never received a NATO reporting name.
Various modifications for RF 7.5 creates very realistic flight performance. This model has retractable landing gear and landing flaps. Moderate brakes are engaged with the landing flaps. The sound profile used is “oO Turbine 02”. Engine specifications match the JetCat P160-SX turbine engine.
This alternate view aircraft is one of the best flying jets available in RealFlight. Well worth adding to your collection.
