Aermacchi MB-339
Summary
| Category | Training aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| First flight | 12 August 1976 |
| Year of introduction | 1979 |
| Number produced | 230 units |
Description
The Aermacchi MB-339 is a military aircraft developed by the Italian aerospace company Aermacchi. Designed in the 1970s, it was initially conceived as a trainer aircraft, primarily for the Italian Air Force. It features a twin-turbine engine and advanced avionics systems. Its robust construction and flight characteristics make it suitable for a variety of missions, including advanced pilot training, ground attack, and reconnaissance. The MB-339 has been deployed by various countries around the world, serving in both training and combat roles. With its versatility and reliability, the Aermacchi MB-339 continues to be a respected aircraft in military aviation.
Technical specifications
| Version: MB.339A | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 898 km/h (558 mph) |
| Wing area | 19 m² (204.5 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m (35.6 ft) |
| Height | 3.6 m (11.8 ft) |
| Length | 11.0 m (36.0 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 14630 m (47999 ft) |
| Empty weight | 3075 kg (6779 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5897 kg (13001 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 33.5 m/s (109.9 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 1 × turbojet Rolls-Royce Viper 632 delivering 1814 kgp |
| Ejection seat | Martin-Baker Mk 10 |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Italy | 70 | |
|
United Arab Emirates | 12 | |
|
Malaysia | 7 | |
|
Eritrea | 6 | |
|
Nigeria | 6 | |
|
Peru | 5 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
United Arab Emirates • Argentina • Eritrea • Ghana • Italy • Malaysia • Nigeria • New Zealand • Peru • Venezuela
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