L-90 Redigo vs L-29 Delfin

Overview

The L-90 Redigo and the L-29 Delfin are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Valmet and Aero respectively.

Top speed is 354 km/h for the L-90 Redigo vs 655 km/h for the L-29 Delfin. The L-90 Redigo has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 894 km for the L-29 Delfin. The L-29 Delfin operates at altitudes up to 11,500 m compared to 6,340 m for the L-90 Redigo.

The L-90 Redigo has been produced in 31 units vs 3,665 for the L-29 Delfin. The L-29 Delfin first flew 26 years before the L-90 Redigo (1959 vs 1985).

Finnish turboprop-powered military basic trainer and liaison aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, utilized for pilot training and light support roles.
Valmet L-90 Redigo Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇮 Finland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Valmet
First flight 12 February 1985
Year introduced 1991
Number produced 31 units
Average unit price --
Czechoslovakian jet trainer, utilized extensively during the Cold War, and exported broadly to Warsaw Pact and other nations.
Aero L-29 Delfin Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aero
First flight 5 April 1959
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 3665 units
Average unit price $200K
Wing area 14.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 3.2 m â—‰
Length 8.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 354 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,340 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,900 kg â—‰
Empty weight 970 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 340 kW â—‰
Wing area 20.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.3 m â—‰
Height 3.1 m â—‰
Length 10.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 655 km/h â—‰
Operational range 894 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,540 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,280 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 890 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin is faster with a maximum speed of 655 km/h compared to the L-90 Redigo's 354 km/h, a difference of 301 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-90 Redigo has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher service ceiling at 11,500 meters (37,729 ft) compared to the L-90 Redigo's 6,340 meters (20,800 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,540 kg compared to the L-90 Redigo's 1,900 kg.
Which is larger, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin is longer at 10.8 meters compared to the L-90 Redigo's 8.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 30 years before the L-90 Redigo which entered service in 1991.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-90 Redigo or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 31 units of the L-90 Redigo.