L-159 ALCA vs L-29 Delfin
The L-159 ALCA and the L-29 Delfin are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Aero respectively. Top speed is 936 km/h for the L-159 ALCA vs 655 km/h for the L-29 Delfin. The L-159 ALCA has an operational range of 1,570 km vs 894 km for the L-29 Delfin. The L-159 ALCA operates at altitudes up to 13,200 m compared to 11,500 m for the L-29 Delfin. At 8,000 kg MTOW, the L-159 ALCA is 2.3x the L-29 Delfin's 3,540 kg. The L-159 ALCA has been produced in 72 units vs 3,665 for the L-29 Delfin. Unit cost is $9M for the L-159 ALCA vs $0.2M for the L-29 Delfin. The L-29 Delfin first flew 38 years before the L-159 ALCA (1959 vs 1997).
| Czech light combat aircraft, used since the late 20th century, active in NATO led partnership for peace program. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 2 August 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 72 units |
| Average unit price | $9 million |
| Czechoslovakian jet trainer, utilized extensively during the Cold War, and exported broadly to Warsaw Pact and other nations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 5 April 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 3665 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| Wing area | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 936 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,570 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,350 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,871 kgf 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-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-159 ALCA is faster with a maximum speed of 936 km/h compared to the L-29 Delfin's 655 km/h, a difference of 281 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-159 ALCA has a longer range at 1,570 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher service ceiling at 13,200 meters (43,307 ft) compared to the L-29 Delfin's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,000 kg compared to the L-29 Delfin's 3,540 kg.
Which is larger, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-159 ALCA is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the L-29 Delfin's 10.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-159 ALCA is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the L-29 Delfin at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 39 years before the L-159 ALCA which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-159 ALCA or L-29 Delfin?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 72 units of the L-159 ALCA.