GA8 Airvan vs PC-6 Porter
| Australian light utility aircraft, introduced in 2000, known for roles in humanitarian work, medical evacuations, and passenger transport. | |
| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | GippsAero |
| First flight | 3 March 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 250 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 4 May 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1960 |
| Number produced | 604 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wing area | 19.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 241 km/h â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,814 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 997 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 227 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 30.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 244 km/h â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,260 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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