F27 Friendship vs F28 Fellowship

Dutch passenger aircraft, utilized globally throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, notable for military and commercial operations.
Origin country 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Fokker
First flight 24 November 1955
Year introduced 1958
Number produced 586 units
Average unit price $3.5 million
Dutch regional jet, operational in the late 20th century, notable for short take-off and landing capabilities.
Origin country 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Fokker
First flight 3 May 1967
Year introduced 1969
Number produced 241 units
Average unit price $4 million
Wing area 70.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m â—‰
Height 8.5 m â—‰
Length 23.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 509 km/h
Operational range 2,600 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,992 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 20,410 kg â—‰
Empty weight 12,148 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,529 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Fokker F27 Friendship
Wing area 79.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 25.1 m â—‰
Height 8.5 m â—‰
Length 29.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,839 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 4,491 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Fokker F28 Fellowship

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F27 Friendship is faster with a maximum speed of 509 km/h compared to the F28 Fellowship's 0 km/h, a difference of 509 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F27 Friendship has a longer range at 2,600 km compared to the F28 Fellowship's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F27 Friendship has a higher service ceiling at 8,992 meters (29,501 ft) compared to the F28 Fellowship's 8,839 meters (28,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,000 kg compared to the F27 Friendship's 20,410 kg.
Which is larger, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship is longer at 29.6 meters compared to the F27 Friendship's 23.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F28 Fellowship is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the F27 Friendship at $3.5 million.
Which entered service first, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F27 Friendship entered service first in 1958, 11 years before the F28 Fellowship which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F27 Friendship or F28 Fellowship?
The F27 Friendship has been produced in greater numbers with 586 units compared to 241 units of the F28 Fellowship.