History
The unusual swept wing concept intended for new jet planes
was to be tested on a conventional propeller driven
airplane first. The MiG-8 released at the end of 1945
became such a test bed.
The main feature of this little wooden airplane was the canard layout. The M-11
engine (100hp) with the pusher two-blade prop was fitted at the rear, while the stabiliser
was located at the pointed nose of the plane. The design proved to be successful :
MiG-8 showed fine flying characteristics, excellent maneuverability and good stability. It
was used as a liasion plane for several years.
Three years later the results of the swept wing flight tests were embodied in the famous
MiG-15 fighter.
MiG-8 specifications:
Length....................7m
Span......................9.5m
Take-off weight....1,150kg
Max. speed.........205km/h
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