JL-8 vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
| 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 |
| Swiss-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 12 April 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 618 units |
| Average unit price | $1.5 million |
| 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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| Wing area | 16.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 412 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,060 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The JL-8 is faster with a maximum speed of 800 km/h compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 412 km/h, a difference of 388 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The JL-8 has a longer range at 2,250 km compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The JL-8 has a higher service ceiling at 13,600 meters (44,619 ft) compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 10,060 meters (33,005 ft).
Which is heavier, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The JL-8 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,330 kg compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The JL-8 is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The JL-8 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer at $1.5 million.
Which entered service first, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer entered service first in 1978, 16 years before the JL-8 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JL-8 or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in greater numbers with 618 units compared to 500 units of the JL-8.