Arava vs Nomad
| Israeli light transport aircraft, active during the late 20th century, widely deployed for cargo, troop, and paratroop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 27 November 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 103 units |
| Average unit price | $1.9 million |
| Australian utility aircraft, renowned for its versatile, multi-purpose usage in civilian and military applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | GAF |
| First flight | 23 July 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 172 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 43.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 326 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,056 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,711 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,050 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 559 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 31.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,350 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,855 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,150 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Arava by Bob Adams from Amanzimtoti.
Photo of Nomad by jimmyweee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Arava or Nomad?
The Arava is faster with a maximum speed of 326 km/h compared to the Nomad's 311 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Arava or Nomad?
The Nomad has a longer range at 1,350 km compared to the Arava's 1,056 km.
Which can fly higher, the Arava or Nomad?
The Arava has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Nomad's 6,400 meters (20,997 ft).
Which is heavier, the Arava or Nomad?
The Arava has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,711 kg compared to the Nomad's 3,855 kg.
Which is larger, the Arava or Nomad?
The Arava is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Nomad's 12.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Arava or Nomad?
The Arava entered service first in 1972, 3 years before the Nomad which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Arava or Nomad?
The Nomad has been produced in greater numbers with 172 units compared to 103 units of the Arava.