L-29 Delfin vs PC-21
The L-29 Delfin and the PC-21 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Pilatus respectively. Top speed is 655 km/h for the L-29 Delfin vs 685 km/h for the PC-21. The L-29 Delfin has an operational range of 894 km vs 1,333 km for the PC-21. The PC-21 operates at altitudes up to 11,580 m compared to 11,500 m for the L-29 Delfin. The L-29 Delfin has been produced in 3,665 units vs 211 for the PC-21. Unit cost is $0.2M for the L-29 Delfin vs $9M for the PC-21. The L-29 Delfin first flew 43 years before the PC-21 (1959 vs 2002).
| 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 |
| Swiss trainer aircraft, known for deployments in military aviation schools around the world since the early 21st century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 1 July 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 211 units |
| Average unit price | $9 million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 15.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 685 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,333 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,580 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,250 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,270 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,193 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The PC-21 is faster with a maximum speed of 685 km/h compared to the L-29 Delfin's 655 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The PC-21 has a longer range at 1,333 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The PC-21 has a higher service ceiling at 11,580 meters (37,992 ft) compared to the L-29 Delfin's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The PC-21 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,250 kg compared to the L-29 Delfin's 3,540 kg.
Which is larger, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The PC-21 is longer at 11.2 meters compared to the L-29 Delfin's 10.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The PC-21 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-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 47 years before the PC-21 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-29 Delfin or PC-21?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 211 units of the PC-21.