KT-1 Woongbi vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
| South Korean trainer aircraft, noteworthy for domestic design and production, used primarily for flight training since the late 1990s. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 12 December 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 178 units |
| Average unit price | $9 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 | 16.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 574 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,333 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,582 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,540 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,910 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 708 kW 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 KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The KT-1 Woongbi is faster with a maximum speed of 574 km/h compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 412 km/h, a difference of 162 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The KT-1 Woongbi has a longer range at 1,333 km compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The KT-1 Woongbi has a higher service ceiling at 11,582 meters (37,998 ft) compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 10,060 meters (33,005 ft).
Which is heavier, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the KT-1 Woongbi's 2,540 kg.
Which is larger, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The KT-1 Woongbi is longer at 10.3 meters compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The KT-1 Woongbi is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer at $1.5 million.
Which entered service first, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer entered service first in 1978, 22 years before the KT-1 Woongbi which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KT-1 Woongbi or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in greater numbers with 618 units compared to 178 units of the KT-1 Woongbi.