FA-50 Fighting Eagle vs Yak-130 Mitten

Overview

The FA-50 Fighting Eagle is a Combat Aircraft built by Korea Aerospace Industries, while the Yak-130 Mitten is a Military Training Aircraft by Yakovlev.

Top speed is 1,840 km/h for the FA-50 Fighting Eagle vs 1,050 km/h for the Yak-130 Mitten. The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has an operational range of 1,851 km vs 2,100 km for the Yak-130 Mitten. The FA-50 Fighting Eagle operates at altitudes up to 14,630 m compared to 12,500 m for the Yak-130 Mitten.

The Yak-130 Mitten first flew 15 years before the FA-50 Fighting Eagle (1996 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.
Korea Aerospace Industries FA-50 Fighting Eagle Combat profile drawing
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 --
Russian advanced trainer and combat aircraft, widely deployed in various countries and known for its aerobatic capabilities.
Yakovlev Yak-130 Mitten Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Yakovlev
First flight 26 May 1996
Year introduced 2010
Number produced 186 units
Average unit price $18 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 23.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.8 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 11.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1050 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,100 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,290 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,250 kgf â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or Yak-130 Mitten?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 1,840 km/h compared to the Yak-130 Mitten's 1,050 km/h, a difference of 790 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or Yak-130 Mitten?
The Yak-130 Mitten has a longer range at 2,100 km compared to the FA-50 Fighting Eagle's 1,851 km.
Which can fly higher, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or Yak-130 Mitten?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 14,630 meters (47,998 ft) compared to the Yak-130 Mitten's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or Yak-130 Mitten?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,722 kg compared to the Yak-130 Mitten's 10,290 kg.
Which is larger, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or Yak-130 Mitten?
The FA-50 Fighting Eagle is longer at 13.1 meters compared to the Yak-130 Mitten's 11.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the FA-50 Fighting Eagle or Yak-130 Mitten?
The Yak-130 Mitten entered service first in 2010, 4 years before the FA-50 Fighting Eagle which entered service in 2014.