L-29 Delfin vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
The L-29 Delfin and the PC-7 Turbo Trainer are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Pilatus respectively. Top speed is 655 km/h for the L-29 Delfin vs 412 km/h for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-29 Delfin has an operational range of 894 km vs 1,200 km for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-29 Delfin operates at altitudes up to 11,500 m compared to 10,060 m for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-29 Delfin has been produced in 3,665 units vs 618 for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. Unit cost is $0.2M for the L-29 Delfin vs $1.5M for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-29 Delfin first flew 7 years before the PC-7 Turbo Trainer (1959 vs 1966).
| 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-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 12 April 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 618 units |
| Average unit price | $1.5 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 | 16.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 412 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,060 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-29 Delfin is faster with a maximum speed of 655 km/h compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 412 km/h, a difference of 243 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher service ceiling at 11,500 meters (37,729 ft) compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 10,060 meters (33,005 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,540 kg compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-29 Delfin is longer at 10.8 meters compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is more expensive at approximately $1.5 million per unit compared to the L-29 Delfin at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 17 years before the PC-7 Turbo Trainer which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-29 Delfin or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 618 units of the PC-7 Turbo Trainer.