L-159 ALCA vs T-5 Brave Eagle
| 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 |
| Korean light combat aircraft, developed in the 21st century, designed primarily for basic flight training purposes. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 10 June 2020 |
| Year introduced | 2021 |
| Number produced | 17 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 |
| Service ceiling | 13,200 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg |
| Empty weight | 4,350 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,871 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1030 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,835 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The T-5 Brave Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 1,030 km/h compared to the L-159 ALCA's 936 km/h, a difference of 94 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA has a longer range at 1,570 km compared to the T-5 Brave Eagle's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher service ceiling at 13,200 meters (43,307 ft) compared to the T-5 Brave Eagle's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,000 kg compared to the T-5 Brave Eagle's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The T-5 Brave Eagle is longer at 13.7 meters compared to the L-159 ALCA's 12.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA entered service first in 2000, 21 years before the T-5 Brave Eagle which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-159 ALCA or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA has been produced in greater numbers with 72 units compared to 17 units of the T-5 Brave Eagle.