1981 Yakovlev YAK-52
Warbirds & Military
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
1981 Yakovlev Yak-52 with Vedeneyev M-14P radial engine and V-530 propeller. Tandem-seat aerobatic military trainer in a red-and-white checkerboard scheme. Equipped with auxiliary wing fuel tanks, electric transfer pumps, front and rear shoulder harnesses, retractable landing gear, and airframe and engine logbooks. Hangared in Fortuna, California. Additional photos and records available.
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Listing Source
hangar67.com
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CA | Jul 28, 2026 | 0 days | Active |
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About This Yakovlev YAK-52
This 1981 Yakovlev YAK-52 (N8271P) is a 2-seat warbirds & military with 1,042 hours on the airframe. There are currently 20 YAK-52 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $5,992 to $129,900.
The YAK-52 cruises at 100 kts (185 km/h) with a range of 300 nm (556 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,100 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Yakovlev YAK-52 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N8271P.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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