Ilyushin Il-10 facts for kids

The Ilyushin Il-10, a powerful ground attack aircraft.

The Ilyushin Il-10 was a strong Soviet airplane. It was a special type of plane called a ground attack aircraft. This means it was built to fly low and attack targets on the ground. The Ilyushin Il-10 was made by a company called Ilyushin. It was developed near the end of World War II. The NATO reporting name for this plane was "Beast".

What is the Ilyushin Il-10?

The Ilyushin Il-10 was a powerful warplane. It was designed to help soldiers on the ground. Its main job was to destroy enemy tanks, trucks, and other targets. It could also attack enemy troops. This plane was very important in the last parts of World War II.

Designed for Battle

The Il-10 was built to be tough. It had strong armor to protect the pilot and important parts. This armor helped it survive attacks from enemy fire. The plane also had powerful guns and bombs. These weapons allowed it to cause a lot of damage to targets on the ground. It was a fast plane for its type, too.

Flying in World War II

The Ilyushin Il-10 first flew in 1944. This was during the final years of World War II. It quickly became a key aircraft for the Soviet air force. Pilots used it in many battles. It helped the Soviet army push back enemy forces. The Il-10 was known for its ability to fly close to the ground. This made it very effective at hitting targets.

After the War

Even after World War II ended in 1945, the Il-10 continued to be used. It served in many countries for years. The Soviet Union kept using it for a long time. Other countries also got these planes. They used them for their own air forces. This shows how useful and well-built the Il-10 was.

Countries That Used It

Many countries used the Ilyushin Il-10. Here are some of them:

• Soviet Union
• Poland
• Czechoslovakia
• China
• North Korea
• Hungary
• Bulgaria
• Romania

The Il-10 was even used in the Korean War by North Korea. It was a reliable plane that served in many conflicts.

Images for kids

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  Avia B33 in the Polish Aviation Museum

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  Ilyushin Il-10 (Chinese Aviation Museum)

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  Il-10 of the Korean People's Air Force at Kimpo International Airport, South Korea, on 21 Sept 1950.