The Soviet Yakovlev Yak-7 was developed from the earlier Yak-1 fighter initially as a trainer but converted into a fighter. As both a fighter and later reverting to its original training role the Yak-7 proved to be a capable aircraft and was well liked by air crews. The Yak-7 was simpler tougher and generally better than the Yak-1.
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