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Soviet Aircraft Magnetic Compass KI-13 Military aviation Original USSR Aviation Instrument – Military / Civil Aircraft Description: Original Soviet magnetic aircraft compass KI-13 (КИ-13), manufactured in the USSR. This is a genuine aviation cockpit instrument, not a replica. The KI-13 is a liquid-filled magnetic compass designed for installation in fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. It was widely used from the 1950s through the 1980s in both military and civil aviation across the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries. Aircraft types where KI-13 was commonly installed: • Antonov transport aircraft such as An-2 • Yakovlev training aircraft including Yak-18 • Various MiG and Sukhoi aircraft (as standby/backup magnetic compass) • Mil helicopters such as Mi-2 • Other Soviet light aircraft and trainer platforms The compass served as a primary or standby navigation instrument, especially important in case of gyro failure. It was mounted on the instrument panel and used for basic magnetic heading reference. ⸻ Condition: • Vintage condition • Shows signs of storage and age • Please examine photos carefully Collector’s value: The KI-13 is a desirable piece for: • Aviation collectors • Soviet military memorabilia collectors • Aircraft restoration projects • Cockpit display builds • Museum or themed interior decoration Authentic Soviet aviation instruments are becoming increasingly harder to source in original condition.