An advanced fighter prototype derived from the MiG-21 design and used to test a new intake and radar arrangement.
Primary roleFighter
First flight1962
OriginSoviet Union
ManufacturerMikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye-8 | Prototype | Fighter | Soviet Air Forces |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995 — Osprey Aerospace · Tier 3