Beechcraft Baron vs L-159 ALCA

Overview

The Beechcraft Baron and the L-159 ALCA are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Aero respectively.

The L-159 ALCA reaches 936 km/h — 2.5x the Beechcraft Baron's 370 km/h. The Beechcraft Baron has an operational range of 1,745 km vs 1,570 km for the L-159 ALCA. The L-159 ALCA operates at altitudes up to 13,200 m compared to 6,005 m for the Beechcraft Baron. At 8,000 kg MTOW, the L-159 ALCA is 3.5x the Beechcraft Baron's 2,313 kg.

The Beechcraft Baron has been produced in 6,884 units vs 72 for the L-159 ALCA. Unit cost is $1M for the Beechcraft Baron vs $9M for the L-159 ALCA. The Beechcraft Baron first flew 37 years before the L-159 ALCA (1960 vs 1997).

Beechcraft Baron

American light, twin-engined piston aircraft, utilized globally for business, personal, and flight training purposes since the mid-20th century.
Beechcraft Beechcraft Baron Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 29 February 1960
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 6884 units
Average unit price $1 million
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L-159 ALCA

Czech light combat aircraft, used since the late 20th century, active in NATO led partnership for peace program.
Aero L-159 ALCA Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aero
First flight 2 August 1997
Year introduced 2000
Number produced 72 units
Average unit price $9 million
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Beechcraft Baron

Wing area 18.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m ◉
Height 3.0 m ◉
Length 9.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 370 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,745 km ◉
Service ceiling 6,005 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 2,313 kg ◉
Empty weight 1,432 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 97 kW ◉

L-159 ALCA

Wing area 18.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.5 m ◉
Height 4.9 m ◉
Length 12.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 936 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,570 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,200 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 8,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 4,350 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 2,871 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The L-159 ALCA is faster with a maximum speed of 936 km/h compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 370 km/h, a difference of 566 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The Beechcraft Baron has a longer range at 1,745 km compared to the L-159 ALCA's 1,570 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher service ceiling at 13,200 meters (43,307 ft) compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 6,005 meters (19,701 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,000 kg compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 2,313 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The L-159 ALCA is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Beechcraft Baron's 9.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The L-159 ALCA is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the Beechcraft Baron at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The Beechcraft Baron entered service first in 1961, 39 years before the L-159 ALCA which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft Baron or L-159 ALCA?
The Beechcraft Baron has been produced in greater numbers with 6,884 units compared to 72 units of the L-159 ALCA.

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