Aero Vodochody, Mikoyan-Gurevich L-29 Delfin, L-39 Albatros, MiG-15

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30 Mar 2026 · © shaydis13

L-39's and MiG-15's at the 2025 EAA Oshkosh Airshow.

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Boeing (originally McDonnell Douglas) 717-200

Aircraft

L-29 Delfin, L-39 Albatros, MiG-15 L29, L39, MiG-15

Various civilian and military paint schemes including aerobatic and Soviet-era markings

Manufacturer

Aero Vodochody, Mikoyan-Gurevich

Gear

Nikon D800 200-500mm

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Livery Legend, Military Maverick

5 badges earned

Location

Wittman Regional Airport

OSH/KOSH

43.9844, -88.5570

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Wittman Regional Airport OSH

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The MiG-15 was a significant jet fighter in the Korean War; the L-29 and L-39 have been staple jet trainers for Warsaw Pact and allied air forces, with the L-39 in particular used widely by civilians and air show teams.

Fleet Rarity

MiG-15 and L-29 are rare in active service, largely preserved or used privately. L-39 has more active airframes due to civilian ownership and training roles.

Safety & Events

MiG-15s notably engaged in aerial combat during the Korean War; L-39s are popular in civilian jet aviation and airshows.

Future Outlook

These models are largely retired from frontline service; many are found in museums, private collections, and airshows.

Specifications

Ivchenko AI-25 (L-39, L-29), Klimov VK-1 (MiG-15)

Engine

L-29: 10.29 m, L-39: 9.46 m, MiG-15: 10.08 m

Wingspan

L-29: 10.81 m, L-39: 12.13 m, MiG-15: 10.10 m

Length

L-29: 894 km, L-39: 1,100 km, MiG-15: 1,310 km

Range

L-29: 655 km/h, L-39: 750 km/h, MiG-15: 870 km/h

Speed

L-29/L-39: 2 seats (trainer), MiG-15: 1 seat (fighter)

Capacity

L-29: 3,280 kg, L-39: 4,700 kg, MiG-15: 5,048 kg

MTOW

L-29: 3.13 m, L-39: 4.77 m, MiG-15: 3.70 m

Height