The Yakovlev Yak-9P is a single-engine, postwar Soviet fighter aircraft and a further development of the Yak-9U. The fighter differed from its predecessor primarily in that it had an all-metal skin. The shift to an all-metal design came about in the aftermath of the war, as the focus in peacetime shifted towards quality over quantity in aircraft production. A prototype of the Yak-9P was manufactured in the summer of 1946 and performed well in subsequent state tests. After all identified defects were eliminated, the Soviet Air Force adopted the fighter in 1947.

In addition to the Soviet Union's air force, the Yak-9P was supplied to allied countries. In the late 1940s, approximately 120 aircraft were delivered to the Hungarian People's Republic, where they served in the 25th and 66th Fighter Aviation Divisions. By the end of 1954, the Hungarian Air Force had replaced its Yak-9Ps with MiG-15 jet fighters. However, a few continued to be used for reconnaissance and aerial surveillance. Several aircraft were also disarmed and transferred to local military sports organizations for use in various mass events.

The Hungarian Yak-9P was introduced in Update 2.35 "Alpha Strike", and can be found in the Italian aviation tree. This fighter differs from the Soviet Yak-9P with its Hungarian Air Force camouflage. The aircraft has powerful armament and good maneuverability. However, it has a mediocre maximum speed at high altitudes, a tendency for the engine to overheat rapidly, and poor handling at speeds of 500 km/h and above. These factors make the Yak-9P a classic "middleweight" capable of adapting to any opponent.