KT-100 vs T-67 Firefly

Overview

The KT-100 and the T-67 Firefly are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by KAI and Slingsby respectively.

Top speed is 389 km/h for the KT-100 vs 282 km/h for the T-67 Firefly. The KT-100 has an operational range of 1,900 km vs 753 km for the T-67 Firefly. The T-67 Firefly operates at altitudes up to 5,791 m compared to 5,304 m for the KT-100.

The KT-100 has been produced in 23 units vs 250 for the T-67 Firefly. Unit cost is $0.57M for the KT-100 vs $0.5M for the T-67 Firefly. The T-67 Firefly first flew 37 years before the KT-100 (1974 vs 2011).

Korean trainer aircraft, operational since the 2000s, predominantly deployed for basic flight training within the Republic of Korea Air Force.
KAI KT-100 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇰🇷 South Korea
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer KAI
First flight 20 July 2011
Year introduced 2015
Number produced 23 units
Average unit price $570K
British aerobatic aircraft, renowned in the 1980s, used extensively for military training worldwide.
Slingsby T-67 Firefly Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Slingsby
First flight 12 March 1974
Year introduced 1974
Number produced 250 units
Average unit price $500K
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 8.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 389 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,900 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,304 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,633 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,089 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 235 kW â—‰
Wing area 13.0 m²
Wingspan 10.7 m â—‰
Height 2.4 m â—‰
Length 7.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 282 km/h â—‰
Operational range 753 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,791 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,157 kg â—‰
Empty weight 794 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 194 kW â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The KT-100 is faster with a maximum speed of 389 km/h compared to the T-67 Firefly's 282 km/h, a difference of 107 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The KT-100 has a longer range at 1,900 km compared to the T-67 Firefly's 753 km.
Which can fly higher, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly has a higher service ceiling at 5,791 meters (18,999 ft) compared to the KT-100's 5,304 meters (17,401 ft).
Which is heavier, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The KT-100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the T-67 Firefly's 1,157 kg.
Which is larger, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The KT-100 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the T-67 Firefly's 7.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The KT-100 is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the T-67 Firefly at $0.5 million.
Which entered service first, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly entered service first in 1974, 41 years before the KT-100 which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KT-100 or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly has been produced in greater numbers with 250 units compared to 23 units of the KT-100.