Do 228 vs GA8 Airvan
The Do 228 and the GA8 Airvan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dornier and GippsAero respectively. Top speed is 470 km/h for the Do 228 vs 241 km/h for the GA8 Airvan. The Do 228 has an operational range of 396 km vs 1,352 km for the GA8 Airvan. The Do 228 operates at altitudes up to 8,534 m compared to 6,100 m for the GA8 Airvan. At 6,400 kg MTOW, the Do 228 is 3.5x the GA8 Airvan's 1,814 kg. The Do 228 has been produced in 370 units vs 250 for the GA8 Airvan. The Do 228 first flew 14 years before the GA8 Airvan (1981 vs 1995).
| German utility-transport aircraft, mainly used for regional air services and maritime surveillance since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dornier |
| First flight | 28 March 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 370 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Australian light utility aircraft, introduced in 2000, known for roles in humanitarian work, medical evacuations, and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | GippsAero |
| First flight | 3 March 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 250 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 32.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 396 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,739 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 289 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 19.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 241 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,352 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,814 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 997 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 227 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The Do 228 is faster with a maximum speed of 470 km/h compared to the GA8 Airvan's 241 km/h, a difference of 229 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The GA8 Airvan has a longer range at 1,352 km compared to the Do 228's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The Do 228 has a higher service ceiling at 8,534 meters (27,998 ft) compared to the GA8 Airvan's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The Do 228 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the GA8 Airvan's 1,814 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The Do 228 is longer at 16.6 meters compared to the GA8 Airvan's 8.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The Do 228 entered service first in 1982, 18 years before the GA8 Airvan which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 228 or GA8 Airvan?
The Do 228 has been produced in greater numbers with 370 units compared to 250 units of the GA8 Airvan.