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Originally Posted by David603
Yeah, I agree a Yak-3 pilot probably won't want to challenge a D9 to a duel, but given the D9s speed advantage he might not have the choice. Really these are two planes that have a very strong orientation towards different styles of fighting, if either tries to play the others game they will be outclassed.
The Yak-3's problem here is that the faster, quicker climbing plane in any confrontation gets to choose which game both will play. That's why I love flying planes like the 109K and Spitfire XIV myself.
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That's true to a sense, but just look at the Zero and the way they fought. They were light, fast, and maneuverable, but they chewed the American Wildcats, and P-40s up because of their low and quick tactics. I think it just depends on the situation really?