AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs L-39 Albatros
| Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force. | |
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| 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 |
| Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 4 November 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2900 units |
| Average unit price | $1 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,459 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,720 kgf â—‰ |
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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 L-39 Albatros?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the L-39 Albatros's 750 km/h, a difference of 154 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-39 Albatros?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the L-39 Albatros's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-39 Albatros?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the L-39 Albatros's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-39 Albatros?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the L-39 Albatros's 4,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-39 Albatros?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the L-39 Albatros's 12.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-39 Albatros?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the L-39 Albatros at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros entered service first in 1972, 12 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 L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros has been produced in greater numbers with 2,900 units compared to 62 units of the AT-3 Tsu Chiang.