FA-50 Fighting Eagle vs MiG-23 Flogger
Overview
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle and the MiG-23 Flogger are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Korea Aerospace Industries and Mikoyan-Gurevitch respectively.
Top speed is 1,840 km/h for the FA-50 Fighting Eagle vs 2,500 km/h for the MiG-23 Flogger. The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has an operational range of 1,851 km vs 1,150 km for the MiG-23 Flogger. The MiG-23 Flogger operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 14,630 m for the FA-50 Fighting Eagle.
The MiG-23 Flogger first flew 44 years before the FA-50 Fighting Eagle (1967 vs 2011).
| South Korean single-engine supersonic light combat aircraft developed by Korea Aerospace Industries from the T-50 Golden Eagle trainer, equipped with an EL/M-2032 radar and used for light fighter and ground-attack missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Korea Aerospace Industries |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Soviet third-generation jet fighter, notable for its service during the Cold War, often deployed in interceptor and ground-attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Mikoyan-Gurevitch |
| First flight | 10 June 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 5047 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wing area | 23.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1840 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,851 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,630 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,722 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,470 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 79 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 37.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 12,996 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the FA-50 Fighting Eagle's 1,840 km/h, a difference of 660 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or MiG-23 Flogger?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has a longer range at 1,851 km compared to the MiG-23 Flogger's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the FA-50 Fighting Eagle's 14,630 meters (47,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 17,800 kg compared to the FA-50 Fighting Eagle's 10,722 kg.
Which is larger, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger is longer at 16.7 meters compared to the FA-50 Fighting Eagle's 13.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or MiG-23 Flogger?
The MiG-23 Flogger entered service first in 1970, 44 years before the FA-50 Fighting Eagle which entered service in 2014.