IAR 99
Romanian trainer/light attack aircraft / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The IAR 99[1] Șoim (Hawk) is an advanced trainer and light attack aircraft capable of performing close air support and reconnaissance missions. The IAR 99 replaced the Aero L-29 Delfin and Aero L-39 Albatros as the jet trainer of the Romanian Air Force. The aircraft is of semi-monocoque design, with tapered wings and a swept-back tail unit. A large blade-type antenna installed beneath the nose on the port side of the fuselage gives the IAR 99 trainer a distinctive appearance.
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IAR 99 of the Romanian Air Force | |
Role | Advanced trainer and light attack aircraft |
National origin | Romania |
Manufacturer | Avioane Craiova |
First flight | 21 December 1985 |
Introduction | 1987 |
Status | In service |
Primary user | Romanian Air Force |
Produced | 1985–2008 |
Number built | 28 (25 Șoim/C 3 prototip) |
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