G.222 vs PA-34 Seneca
The G.222 and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Alenia Aeronautica and Piper respectively. Top speed is 540 km/h for the G.222 vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The G.222 has an operational range of 1,371 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The G.222 operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 28,000 kg MTOW, the G.222 is 13:1 the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The G.222 has been produced in 111 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 3 years before the G.222 (1967 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 twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 25 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 5037 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 | 19.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 378 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,611 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,155 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,457 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 164 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The G.222 is faster with a maximum speed of 540 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 162 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has a longer range at 1,611 km compared to the G.222's 1,371 km.
Which can fly higher, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the G.222's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The G.222 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,000 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The G.222 is longer at 22.7 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 7 years before the G.222 which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G.222 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 111 units of the G.222.