Fokker F50 vs PA-31 Navajo
The Fokker F50 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Fokker and Piper respectively. Top speed is 526 km/h for the Fokker F50 vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The Fokker F50 has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo operates at altitudes up to 8,016 m compared to 7,620 m for the Fokker F50. At 20,820 kg MTOW, the Fokker F50 is 7.1x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The Fokker F50 has been produced in 213 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 21 years before the Fokker F50 (1964 vs 1985).
| Dutch turboprop airliner, production from 1980s-2010s, globally adopted for regional flights and maritime patrol duties. | |
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| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fokker |
| First flight | 28 December 1985 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 213 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 70.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 526 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,820 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,250 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,864 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Fokker F50 is faster with a maximum speed of 526 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 106 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the Fokker F50's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the Fokker F50's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Fokker F50 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,820 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Fokker F50 is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 20 years before the Fokker F50 which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Fokker F50 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 213 units of the Fokker F50.