Soko 522
Military
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The SOKO 522, which first flew in 1955, is a Yugoslav training and light attack aircraft accommodating two pilots. Measuring 9.2 meters long with an 11-meter wingspan, this single-engine aircraft achieves 351 km/h with a 978-kilometer range. The 522 represents Eastern Bloc aircraft development during the emerging Cold War, combining training utility with ground-attack capability. Its twin-seat configuration and practical performance envelope positioned it for both instructional operations and light tactical missions across Yugoslav military requirements.
Specifications
- Role
- Training and light attack aircraft
- Crew
- 2
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1955
- Length
- 9.2 m
- Wingspan
- 11 m
- Max speed
- 351 km/h
- Range
- 978 km