L-159 ALCA vs T-50 Golden 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 |
| South Korean supersonic trainer jet, utilized since 2005 with notable deployment in Iraq and the Philippines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 20 August 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 200 units |
| Average unit price | $25 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 |
| 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 9.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,851 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,472 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,441 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,409 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA is faster with a maximum speed of 936 km/h compared to the T-50 Golden Eagle's 0 km/h, a difference of 936 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a longer range at 1,851 km compared to the L-159 ALCA's 1,570 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 16,764 meters (55,000 ft) compared to the L-159 ALCA's 13,200 meters (43,307 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,472 kg compared to the L-159 ALCA's 8,000 kg.
Which is larger, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the L-159 ALCA's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the L-159 ALCA at $9.0 million.
Which entered service first, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The L-159 ALCA entered service first in 2000, 5 years before the T-50 Golden Eagle which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-159 ALCA or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 72 units of the L-159 ALCA.