Aircraft

A Yakovlev Yak-52 trainer aircraft, popular for aerobatic flying, with a Soviet military-style livery and registration LY-FUN, captured just off the runway.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Caught it on landing

âœˆī¸ Aircraft identity

Registration LY-FUN
ICAO Type YAK52
Model Yak-52
Manufacturer Yakovlev
Livery Soviet-style military trainer livery with red stars
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Vedeneyev M-14P radial
Thrust 268 kW (360 hp)
Wingspan 9.3 meters
Length 7.74 meters
Height 2.7 meters
MTOW 1,305 kg
Range 550 km
Capacity 2 seats (tandem trainer)
Cruise Speed 180 km/h
Noise Rating 91 dB (typical), not ICAO certified

📍 Location

Airport Code CLD/KCRQ
Airport Name McClellan-Palomar Airport
Viewing Spot Palomar Airport Rd.

📷 Camera

Device iPhone 17 Pro Max