C-101 Aviojet vs S-211

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
Italian jet trainer, utilized from the 1980s, widely deployed for military roles like ground attack and reconnaissance.
Picture of S-211
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aermacchi
First flight 10 April 1981
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 60 units
Average unit price $-- million
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
Wing area 12.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 667 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,668 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,750 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,850 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,131 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Aermacchi S-211

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of S-211 by Philippine Fly Boy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The C-101 Aviojet is faster with a maximum speed of 770 km/h compared to the S-211's 667 km/h, a difference of 103 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The S-211 has a longer range at 1,668 km compared to the C-101 Aviojet's 519 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The C-101 Aviojet has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the S-211's 12,200 meters (40,026 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The C-101 Aviojet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,300 kg compared to the S-211's 2,750 kg.
Which is larger, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The C-101 Aviojet is longer at 12.5 meters compared to the S-211's 9.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The C-101 Aviojet entered service first in 1980, 4 years before the S-211 which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-101 Aviojet or S-211?
The C-101 Aviojet has been produced in greater numbers with 166 units compared to 60 units of the S-211.