G-120 vs L-39 Albatros
The G-120 and the L-39 Albatros are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Grob and Aero respectively. Top speed is 435 km/h for the G-120 vs 750 km/h for the L-39 Albatros. The G-120 has an operational range of 1,540 km vs 1,100 km for the L-39 Albatros. The L-39 Albatros operates at altitudes up to 11,500 m compared to 5,486 m for the G-120. At 4,700 kg MTOW, the L-39 Albatros is 3.2x the G-120's 1,490 kg. The G-120 has been produced in 215 units vs 2,900 for the L-39 Albatros. The L-39 Albatros first flew 31 years before the G-120 (1968 vs 1999).
| German trainer aircraft, utilized worldwide for military pilot training, developed in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grob |
| First flight | 1 January 1999 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 215 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 4 November 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2900 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wing area | 13.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 435 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,540 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,490 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,080 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,459 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,720 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros is faster with a maximum speed of 750 km/h compared to the G-120's 435 km/h, a difference of 315 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The G-120 has a longer range at 1,540 km compared to the L-39 Albatros's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros has a higher service ceiling at 11,500 meters (37,729 ft) compared to the G-120's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,700 kg compared to the G-120's 1,490 kg.
Which is larger, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros is longer at 12.1 meters compared to the G-120's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros entered service first in 1972, 27 years before the G-120 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G-120 or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros has been produced in greater numbers with 2,900 units compared to 215 units of the G-120.