DA42 Twin Star vs Pilatus PC-9
Overview
The DA42 Twin Star and the Pilatus PC-9 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Diamond and Pilatus respectively.
Top speed is 354 km/h for the DA42 Twin Star vs 593 km/h for the Pilatus PC-9. The DA42 Twin Star has an operational range of 2,250 km vs 1,537 km for the Pilatus PC-9. The Pilatus PC-9 operates at altitudes up to 11,600 m compared to 9,000 m for the DA42 Twin Star.
The DA42 Twin Star has been produced in 600 units vs 265 for the Pilatus PC-9. The Pilatus PC-9 first flew 18 years before the DA42 Twin Star (1984 vs 2002).
| Austrian twin-engine propeller-driven airplane, notable for its utility in civil aviation and pilot training post-2004. | |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇹 Austria |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Diamond |
| First flight | 9 December 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2004 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Swiss trainer aircraft, renowned for its use in aerobatics, globally employed for military flight training since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 7 May 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 265 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 16.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 354 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 50 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 16.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 593 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,537 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,781 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 708 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The Pilatus PC-9 is faster with a maximum speed of 593 km/h compared to the DA42 Twin Star's 354 km/h, a difference of 239 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The DA42 Twin Star has a longer range at 2,250 km compared to the Pilatus PC-9's 1,537 km.
Which can fly higher, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The Pilatus PC-9 has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the DA42 Twin Star's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The Pilatus PC-9 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,200 kg compared to the DA42 Twin Star's 2,000 kg.
Which is larger, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The Pilatus PC-9 is longer at 10.2 meters compared to the DA42 Twin Star's 8.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The Pilatus PC-9 entered service first in 1987, 17 years before the DA42 Twin Star which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DA42 Twin Star or Pilatus PC-9?
The DA42 Twin Star has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 265 units of the Pilatus PC-9.