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A rare Yak-1 project “with an incredible combat history” is currently available for sale.
According to the listing, the aircraft (G-BTZD S/N 1342, 485 Fighter Regiment) landed on Polonets Lake in the Demlansk area of northern Russia in December 1942 after suffering damage caused by German fighter fire. The lake was frozen at the time and it is believed that the pilot, Flying Officer Michael Kudrjashov, escaped and returned to Russian lines. The machine sank in the spring thaw and settled in 18 meters of water, where it remained until being recovered in October 1990. Continue reading Rare Yak-1 Project “With An Incredible Combat History” Offered For Sale
