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Grab a 30% Discount on the Yak-38 for the Anniversary of its First Flight!
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The Yak-38 was the only Soviet VTOL aircraft to see mass production. It first took off and hovered over ground on September 22nd, 1970. This light carrier-based attack aircraft was intended for service on aircraft carriers with the goal of hitting surface and ground targets during the day in normal weather conditions.

on the Yak-38!

The premium Yak-38 can be purchased at a for .

When: From September 22nd (11:00 GMT) until September 25th (11:00 GMT).

Where: USSR > Aviation > Premium vehicles.

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About this aircraft

  • The Yak-38 offers a rare playstyle, as it can be used both as a plane and helicopter through hovering! It can’t compete with the best fighters in regards to agility, but it does excel in attacking ground targets. It can accelerate quickly, can equip a wide range of weapons and features a ballistic computer to help aim guns and rockets.
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