Lavochkin La-17
Civilian
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The Lavochkin La-17, introduced in 1953, marked the bureau's transition to unmanned systems as a target drone and reconnaissance platform. Its 8.4-meter length, 7.5-meter wingspan, and remarkable 900 km/h speed reflected Soviet progress in jet-powered remotely piloted vehicles during the early Cold War.
Specifications
- Role
- UAV
- Origin
- Soviet Union
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1953
- Length
- 8.4 m
- Wingspan
- 7.5 m
- Max speed
- 900 km/h