Crash Relic: Soviet Yak 7 Fighter PB-1

Crash Relic: Soviet Yak 7 Fighter PB-1This is a crash relic believed to be from a WWII Soviet Air Force Yakovlev Yak 7 recovered from its crash site in Poland. The exact part identification and purpose are unknown. However, it has retained its data plate with part or serial number of 166 14050034 200000 and a date stamp 1944. The relic measures ~9 inches long and ~3 inches wide. The metal clearly shows the effects of climate and age.

as documented in the aircraft's parts list dated 1951

2 Reconnaissance aircraft

which will continue to run until flipped to "Stop" and the clock hand reaches 12 o'clock position

or toward the nose of the aircraft

called the North-seeking end

the flexibility facilitated by the adjustable limit pointers

The MC-125 Tuning Unit is a component of the WWII-era airborne communication system Receiving and Transmitting Command Set SCR-AJ(and AL)-183

Measures 3

All mechanical features appear to function as intended

But otherwise is very suitable for static display

and A-26 Invader

the 716K-02 was commonly used across US Army Air Force aircraft