L-159 ALCA vs L-39 Albatros
| Czech light combat aircraft, used since the late 20th century, active in NATO led partnership for peace program. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 2 August 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 72 units |
| Average unit price | $9 million |
| Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 4 November 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2900 units |
| Average unit price | $1 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,459 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,720 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-159 ALCA is faster with a maximum speed of 936 km/h compared to the L-39 Albatros's 750 km/h, a difference of 186 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-159 ALCA has a longer range at 1,570 km compared to the L-39 Albatros's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher service ceiling at 13,200 meters (43,307 ft) compared to the L-39 Albatros's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,000 kg compared to the L-39 Albatros's 4,700 kg.
Which is larger, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-159 ALCA is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the L-39 Albatros's 12.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-159 ALCA is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the L-39 Albatros at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros entered service first in 1972, 28 years before the L-159 ALCA which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-159 ALCA or L-39 Albatros?
The L-39 Albatros has been produced in greater numbers with 2,900 units compared to 72 units of the L-159 ALCA.