AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs C-101 Aviojet

Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force.
Picture of AT-3 Tsu Chiang
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer AIDC
First flight 16 September 1980
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 62 units
Average unit price $4 million
Spanish jet trainer and light attack aircraft, deployed in the late 20th century, notably utilized by the Chilean and Spanish Air Forces.
Picture of C-101 Aviojet
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer CASA
First flight 29 June 1977
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 166 units
Average unit price $8 million
Wing area 21.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.5 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 904 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,280 km â—‰
Service ceiling 14,650 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,940 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,856 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of AIDC AT-3 Tsu Chiang
Wing area 20.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 4.3 m â—‰
Length 12.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 770 km/h â—‰
Operational range 519 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,588 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of CASA C-101 Aviojet

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of AT-3 Tsu Chiang by 玄史生.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the C-101 Aviojet's 770 km/h, a difference of 134 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the C-101 Aviojet's 519 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the C-101 Aviojet's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the C-101 Aviojet's 6,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the C-101 Aviojet's 12.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The C-101 Aviojet is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the AT-3 Tsu Chiang at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The C-101 Aviojet entered service first in 1980, 4 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or C-101 Aviojet?
The C-101 Aviojet has been produced in greater numbers with 166 units compared to 62 units of the AT-3 Tsu Chiang.