Mikoyan MIG-AT

The jet trainer built for post-Soviet pilot training modernization.

Overview

Mikoyan Gurevich Russia 1996–Present $16 million

The Mikoyan MiG-AT was developed as a new-generation jet trainer for modern military pilot instruction. Designed in collaboration with foreign partners, it aimed to replace older training aircraft. The program faced competition and limited production.

Specifications

Units
Engine
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Engine type
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Thrust
1,440 lbf · 6 kN
Avionics
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Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
2
Crew
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Cabin width
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Cabin height
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Cabin length
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Exterior length
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Tail height
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Fuselage diameter
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Wing span
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Baggage volume
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Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
40,300 lb  ·  18,300 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
2,000 lb  ·  900 kg
Fuel capacity
Max cruise speed
540 kt  ·  621 mph  ·  1,000 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
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Fuel burn
4.40 nm/gal  ·  2.15 km/L
Ceiling
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Rate of climb
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Takeoff distance
200 ft  ·  60 m
Landing distance
480 ft  ·  150 m
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Operational Context

Mikoyan MiG-AT — advanced jet trainer

The MiG-AT program began in the early 1990s as Russia sought to modernize its pilot training fleet. Developed in cooperation with French industry, the aircraft incorporated Western avionics and engines. It first flew in 1996 during a period of economic difficulty for the Russian aerospace sector.

Powered by two turbofan engines in the 2,500 to 3,000 pound thrust (11 to 13 kN) class, the MiG-AT was projected to cruise at approximately 430 knots (800 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight was around 11,000 pounds (5,000 kg). The tandem cockpit was equipped with modern training instrumentation.

The aircraft competed against the Yak-130 in Russia’s advanced trainer program but was not selected for large-scale production. Although only limited prototypes were built, the MiG-AT represents an important attempt to modernize Russia’s training aircraft portfolio in the post-Soviet era.