Yakovlev Yak-50 was an early turbojet interceptor aircraft designed by the Yakovlev OKB in USSR. The Yak-50 designation was later reused for an propeller-driven aerobatic and trainer aircraft.

The single-seat Yakovlev Yak-50 aerobatic aircraft is an all-metal low-wing monoplane with retractable main wheels and exposed tail wheel. The control surfaces are fabric-covered to save weight. The aircraft is not equipped with flaps. The engine may the Vedeneyev M14P, M14PF or M14R, producing between 360 and 450 hp. The undercarriage, brakes and engine starter are operated by compressed air, replenished by an engine-driven compressor. The reservoirs are contained within the fuselage aft of the firewall in the front of the same compartment occupied by the fuel tanks. It had exceptionally fine handling characteristics enhanced by low weight and relatively high power. A tough and highly agile airframe - the type was twice World Aerobatic Champion. It was used as a military trainer by several countries. Only a few (approx. 40) are left in flying condition.