| Shche-2 | |
|---|---|
| |
| Role | Light transport |
| Manufacturer | OKB-47 |
| Designer | Alexei Shcherbakov |
| First flight | 1942 |
| Primary users | Soviet Air Force Polish Air Force Yugoslav Air Force Aeroflot |
| Produced | 1943–1946 |
| Number built | 550 (according to some sources, 567) |
The Shcherbakov Shche-2 (Russian: Ще-2, produced 1943–1946), also known as the TS-1 and nicknamed "Pike",[1] was a twin-engined utility aircraft manufactured in the Soviet Union, designed by Alexei Shcherbakov for construction by OKB-47, to meet an urgent requirement for a light transport and liaison aircraft for operation by the Soviet Air Force during the Second World War. Proving to be successful, it remained in service for a number of years post-war in both civilian and military roles in the Soviet Union, and with the air forces of several allied nations. 550 built, in use until 1956 (USSR) and 1960 (foreign users).