Do 228 vs Jetstream 31
| 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 |
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 386 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| 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 578 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 25.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 487 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,260 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Do 228 by Ministry of Defence of the Netherlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is faster with a maximum speed of 487 km/h compared to the Do 228's 470 km/h, a difference of 17 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has a longer range at 1,260 km compared to the Do 228's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Do 228 has a higher service ceiling at 8,534 meters (27,998 ft) compared to the Jetstream 31's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,954 kg compared to the Do 228's 6,400 kg.
Which is larger, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Do 228 is longer at 16.6 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Do 228 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 entered service first in 1982, 0 years before the Do 228 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Do 228 or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has been produced in greater numbers with 386 units compared to 370 units of the Do 228.