G.222 vs PA-31 Navajo
The G.222 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Alenia Aeronautica and Piper respectively. Top speed is 540 km/h for the G.222 vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The G.222 has an operational range of 1,371 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 G.222. At 28,000 kg MTOW, the G.222 is 9.5x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The G.222 has been produced in 111 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 6 years before the G.222 (1964 vs 1970).
| Italian tactical military transporter, produced during the Cold War, notably employed by NATO and UN peacekeeping missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Alenia Aeronautica |
| First flight | 18 July 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 111 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | 82.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 22.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,371 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,400 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,501 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 G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The G.222 is faster with a maximum speed of 540 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 120 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a longer range at 1,875 km compared to the G.222's 1,371 km.
Which can fly higher, the G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the G.222's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The G.222 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The G.222 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 11 years before the G.222 which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G.222 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 111 units of the G.222.