MiG-15 Fagot – PDF

The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-15 “Fagot” was developed during the late 1940s as the Soviet Union sought a new generation of high-performance jet fighters. Designed by the Mikoyan-Gurevich bureau, the MiG-15 combined swept wings with a powerful turbojet engine and heavy cannon armament. The resulting aircraft represented an enormous advance over early Soviet jets such as the MiG-9 and was particularly well suited to intercepting enemy bombers.

Entering Soviet service in 1949, the MiG-15 quickly became one of the principal fighters of the Soviet Air Forces. Its combination of speed, climb performance, high-altitude capability, and heavy armament made it a formidable interceptor. The aircraft was produced in large numbers in the Soviet Union and under license abroad, allowing the MiG-15 to equip numerous Warsaw Pact and Soviet-aligned air forces during the opening decades of the Cold War.

The MiG-15 became famous during the Korean War, where Soviet-built aircraft were flown by North Korean, Chinese, and covertly deployed Soviet pilots. MiG-15s frequently engaged American F-86 Sabres in intense air combat, particularly over northwestern Korea in the area that became known as “MiG Alley.” The fighter also posed a serious threat to B-29 Superfortress formations, forcing major changes in United Nations bomber operations. These encounters made the MiG-15 and F-86 two of the most closely associated opposing fighters of the early jet age.

Although soon followed by improved Soviet fighters such as the MiG-17, the MiG-15 remained in service around the world for decades, particularly in its two-seat trainer form. Its enormous production run, widespread international use, and prominent role in the Korean War made the NATO-designated “Fagot” one of the most historically significant jet fighters of the Cold War.

Service Branch: Soviet Air Forces; numerous Soviet-allied air forces
Soviet Service: 1949–1950s
Number Built: 18,000+ (including licensed production)

What’s Included:

• 12 1.5” square counter images
• 24 1” square counter images
• 35 .75” square counter images
• 40 .625” square counter images
• Numbered Images to assist with game organization and tracking
• Printable PDF format for personal gaming use

Each image size is contained on a ½ sheet.

• Enables users to save paper and print 2 types of aircraft on the same page.
• Print one set of aircraft images then reverse the page in the printer and print a second type of your choice on the same page.