G.91 Gina vs JL-8
| Italian light fighter-bomber from the Cold War era, prominently deployed by NATO countries for close air support roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fiat Aeritalia |
| First flight | 9 August 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 770 units |
| Average unit price | $1.6 million |
| Chinese jet trainer, developed in the late 20th century, regularly deployed for pilot training and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Hongdu |
| First flight | 21 November 1990 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wing area | 16.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1075 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,106 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,100 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,268 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 17.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 800 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,330 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,687 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,633 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The G.91 Gina is faster with a maximum speed of 1,075 km/h compared to the JL-8's 800 km/h, a difference of 275 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The JL-8 has a longer range at 2,250 km compared to the G.91 Gina's 1,150 km.
Which can fly higher, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The JL-8 has a higher service ceiling at 13,600 meters (44,619 ft) compared to the G.91 Gina's 13,106 meters (42,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The G.91 Gina has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,500 kg compared to the JL-8's 4,330 kg.
Which is larger, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The JL-8 is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the G.91 Gina's 10.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The JL-8 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the G.91 Gina at $1.6 million.
Which entered service first, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The G.91 Gina entered service first in 1959, 35 years before the JL-8 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the G.91 Gina or JL-8?
The G.91 Gina has been produced in greater numbers with 770 units compared to 500 units of the JL-8.