The Yakovlev Yak-1 entered service in 1940 as a fast and well-armed fighter. With wooden wings and a composite structure, it was a very reliable and easy to maintain aircraft. Although its production suffered quality issues due to the Axis invasion, the Yak-1 always remained popular with front line pilots.

Squadron box contains 6 colored plastic fighter aircraft, 6 clear plastic advantage flying bases, 17 cards to use in game and 1 sticker sheet. Sold unassembled and unpainted.