La-7 - Revision history

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The Lavochkin La-7 was developed as an improved version of the successful La-5 fighter. It featured a new metal airframe and improved much improved flight performance. Despite initial issues with armament and engine reliability, it proved to be faster and more manoeuvrable than its predecessor. It excelled in engagements against German aircraft such as the Bf 109 and Fw 190. The La-7 was a popular choice among Soviet pilots during World War II, with Soviet ace Ivan Kozhedub achieving notable success while flying it. Post-war, it was eventually replaced by the La-9 prop fighter. It was to be originally armed with three 20mm cannons, but problems in the procurement of said weaponry forced the aircraft to retain the same 2 x 20mm ShVAK cannos as the La-5.
+The Lavochkin La-7 was developed as an improved version of the successful La-5 fighter. It featured a new metal airframe and improved much improved flight performance. Despite initial issues with armament and engine reliability, it proved to be faster and more manoeuvrable than its predecessor. It excelled in engagements against German aircraft such as the Bf 109 and Fw 190. The La-7 was a popular choice among Soviet pilots during World War II, with Soviet ace Ivan Kozhedub achieving notable success while flying it. Post-war, it was eventually replaced by the La-9 prop fighter. It was to be originally armed with three 20mm cannons, but problems in the procurement of said weaponry forced the aircraft to retain the same 2 x 20 mm ShVAK cannons as the La-5.
-This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. The La-7 is an effective mid-low altitude interceptor. It has many unique capabilities that make it an exceptional fighter. As the successor of the [[La-5 (Family)|La-5]], it has improved aerodynamics and a more capable flight performance. Like most soviet fighters, the La-7 is good at boom and zoom and dogfights, like with all prop fighters, try to have an energy or altitude advantage over your opponent when starting a fight. The La-7 is a competitive dogfighter, but it wont win against aircrafts like the Spitfire.
+This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. The La-7 is an effective mid-low altitude interceptor. It has many unique capabilities that make it an exceptional fighter. As the successor of the [[La-5 (Family)|La-5]], it has improved aerodynamics and a more capable flight performance. Like most Soviet fighters, the La-7 is good at boom and zoom and dogfights, like with all prop fighters, try to have an energy or altitude advantage over your opponent when starting a fight. The La-7 is a competitive dogfighter, but it won't win against aircraft like the Spitfire.
 == General info ==
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 The key to staying alive in the La-7 series lies in using evasion and deception to destroy the enemy. Start by flying at around 4.5 km altitude as you present yourself as an easy target for Boom & Zoom aircraft that are flying at higher altitudes. Maintain a high energy level/speed (conserve your energy as well). When you spot someone diving at you, break off and evade his burst, and then chase him and return your own bursts, or, if he turns, engage in turning combat. Watch your opponent, however. [[Spitfire (Family)|Spitfire (Griffons)]] can, for the most part, out-turn a La-7 while other planes such as the [[Fw 190 (Family)|Fw 190 D]] are far inferior at turning. It is possible to force overshoots on Spitfires by going into scissors. Acceleration on this plane is excellent at low-medium altitude (below 3 km where WEP still works). Additionally, the La-7 can be an effective mid-alt Boom and Zoom / energy fighter - when most opponents have been destroyed and the rest are engaging below you, the La-7, with its effective climb rate as well as acceleration/energy retention, can be unstoppable.
 One habit you have to take to heart is aiming strategies/skill. The 2 cowling-mounted ShVAKs are quite ineffective in side-on approaches as well as longer range fire due to the fact that there is little spread to the cannons and low damage and hit detection compared to comparable 20 mm cannons such as the Hispano and MG-151. The low spread allows for greater damage upon hitting your opponent - if used correctly, the cannons can be extremely lethal.
 Another habit worth developing in the La-7 is ammo conservation, it is crucial to only take shots that you know will hit and aiming them carefully. This way you stand a bigger chance of critically damaging the enemy aeroplane. By following those rules you will soon find yourself researching the final Lavochkin piston fighter - the [[La-9]].
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 * Excellent low altitude performance below 3,000 m (9,843 ft).
 * The La-7 is able to outperform everything it faces in at least one major area (climb, turn, or speed) below 2,000 m while outperforming many props in multiple areas.
 * Decent manoeuvrability
 * Control surfaces remain responsive even as the plane approaches its never-exceed speed

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet fighter {{Battle-rating}}. This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
+The Lavochkin La-7 was developed as an improved version of the successful La-5 fighter. It featured a new metal airframe and improved much improved flight performance. Despite initial issues with armament and engine reliability, it proved to be faster and more manoeuvrable than its predecessor. It excelled in engagements against German aircraft such as the Bf 109 and Fw 190. The La-7 was a popular choice among Soviet pilots during World War II, with Soviet ace Ivan Kozhedub achieving notable success while flying it. Post-war, it was eventually replaced by the La-9 prop fighter. It was to be originally armed with three 20mm cannons, but problems in the procurement of said weaponry forced the aircraft to retain the same 2 x 20mm ShVAK cannos as the La-5.
-The La-7 is an effective mid-low altitude interceptor. It has many unique capabilities that make it an exceptional fighter. As the successor of the [[La-5 (Family)|La-5]], it has improved aerodynamics.
+This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27. The La-7 is an effective mid-low altitude interceptor. It has many unique capabilities that make it an exceptional fighter. As the successor of the [[La-5 (Family)|La-5]], it has improved aerodynamics and a more capable flight performance. Like most soviet fighters, the La-7 is good at boom and zoom and dogfights, like with all prop fighters, try to have an energy or altitude advantage over your opponent when starting a fight. The La-7 is a competitive dogfighter, but it wont win against aircrafts like the Spitfire.
 == General info ==

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 * [[wt:en/news/3284/current|[Vehicle Profile] Lavochkin La-7]]
-* [https://forum.warthunder.com/index.php?/topic/109515-lavochkin-la-7/ Official data sheet - more details about the performance]
+* [https://old-forum.warthunder.com/index.php?/topic/109515-lavochkin-la-7/ Official data sheet - more details about the performance]
 {{AirManufacturer Lavochkin}}
 {{USSR fighters}}

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 In September 1944, the first La-7s found their way onto the front lines with the 63rd Guard Fighter Aviation Corps. The reception of the new fighter was warm - it was faster and more manoeuvrable than the La-5, which meant it could more efficiently tackle the most common German fighter the Soviets faced: the Messerschmitt [[Bf 109 G-6|Bf 109 G]]. In certain circumstances, the speed allowed the Soviet pilots to intercept [[Fw 190 F-8|Fw 190 fighter-bombers]] - a feat impossible to achieve for other Soviet fighters like the [[Yak-3]]. The main critiques of the design were considered to be the engine reliability and armament - the twin 20 mm ShVAK cannons were judged as inadequate in fights against better armoured Fw 190s. Still, the La-7 became one of the most successful Soviet piston fighters of World War II. Soviet ace Ivan Kozhedub scored 17 kills while flying the La-7 - his last one being an [[Me 262 A-1a|Me 262]] jet. After the war, the La-7 was replaced by the La-9 prop fighter, although many were still used by other communist states as both fighters and trainer aircraft.
-===In-game description===
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 The Lavochkin La-7 was a Soviet single-seat single-engine monoplane fighter. It was a further development of the La-5FN. The first prototype was built in January 1944, making its first flight on 2nd February and entering state trials on 16th February. The aircraft entered serial production in May 1944, designated La-7, and fully replaced the La-5FN on production lines by November 1944.
 The La-7 was one of the best serial fighters of WWII, highly manoeuvrable with advanced performance characteristics and powerful armament. One on one, it was greatly superior to contemporary Axis, British and US fighters at low and medium altitudes. Other features included improved survivability and ease of control. A total of 5,735 La-7s were built before the end of WWII.
 === Notable pilots ===

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 == Usage in battles ==
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+<!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
 [[File:Cockpit_La-7.jpg|thumbnail|right|The La-7's instrument panel.]]
 The key to staying alive in the La-7 series lies in using evasion and deception to destroy the enemy. Start by flying at around 4.5 km altitude as you present yourself as an easy target for Boom & Zoom aircraft that are flying at higher altitudes. Maintain a high energy level/speed (conserve your energy as well). When you spot someone diving at you, break off and evade his burst, and then chase him and return your own bursts, or, if he turns, engage in turning combat. Watch your opponent, however. [[Spitfire (Family)|Spitfire (Griffons)]] can, for the most part, out-turn a La-7 while other planes such as the [[Fw 190 (Family)|Fw 190 D]] are far inferior at turning. It is possible to force overshoots on Spitfires by going into scissors. Acceleration on this plane is excellent at low-medium altitude (below 3 km where WEP still works). Additionally, the La-7 can be an effective mid-alt Boom and Zoom / energy fighter - when most opponents have been destroyed and the rest are engaging below you, the La-7, with its effective climb rate as well as acceleration/energy retention, can be unstoppable.
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-* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicleCountry=ussr&vehicleType=aircraft&vehicleClass=fighter&vehicle=la-7 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
+* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=la-7 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet fighter {{Battle-rating}}. This aircraft has been in the game since the start of the Open Beta Test prior to Update 1.27.
-The La-7 is an effective mid-low altitude interceptor. It has many unique capabilities that make it an exceptional fighter. As the successor of the [[La-5 (Family)|La-5/F/FN]], it has improved aerodynamics.
+The La-7 is an effective mid-low altitude interceptor. It has many unique capabilities that make it an exceptional fighter. As the successor of the [[La-5 (Family)|La-5]], it has a more powerful engine and improved aerodynamics.
 == General info ==