G-2 Galeb vs TS-11 Iskra

Overview

The G-2 Galeb and the TS-11 Iskra are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by SOKO and PZL respectively.

Top speed is 812 km/h for the G-2 Galeb vs 720 km/h for the TS-11 Iskra. The G-2 Galeb has an operational range of 669 km vs 1,250 km for the TS-11 Iskra. The G-2 Galeb operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 11,000 m for the TS-11 Iskra.

The G-2 Galeb has been produced in 248 units vs 424 for the TS-11 Iskra. The TS-11 Iskra first flew 1 years before the G-2 Galeb (1960 vs 1961).

Yugoslavian jet trainer and light-attack aircraft, historically deployed during the Yugoslav Wars and Libyan Civil War.
SOKO G-2 Galeb Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer SOKO
First flight 31 July 1961
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 248 units
Average unit price $180K
Polish jet trainer, designed in the Cold War era, used extensively for instruction and light attack roles.
PZL TS-11 Iskra Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇵🇱 Poland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer PZL
First flight 5 February 1960
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 424 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.6 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 10.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 812 km/h â—‰
Operational range 669 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,620 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,134 kgf â—‰
Wing area 17.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 11.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 720 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,250 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,840 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,560 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The G-2 Galeb is faster with a maximum speed of 812 km/h compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 720 km/h, a difference of 92 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the G-2 Galeb's 669 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The G-2 Galeb has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 11,000 meters (36,089 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The G-2 Galeb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,300 kg compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 3,840 kg.
Which is larger, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is longer at 11.2 meters compared to the G-2 Galeb's 10.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra entered service first in 1964, 1 years before the G-2 Galeb which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G-2 Galeb or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has been produced in greater numbers with 424 units compared to 248 units of the G-2 Galeb.