L-29 Delfin vs T-35 Pillan

The L-29 Delfin and the T-35 Pillan are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Enaer respectively. The L-29 Delfin reaches 655 km/h — 2.1x the T-35 Pillan's 311 km/h. The L-29 Delfin has an operational range of 894 km vs 1,093 km for the T-35 Pillan. The L-29 Delfin operates at altitudes up to 11,500 m compared to 5,840 m for the T-35 Pillan. At 3,540 kg MTOW, the L-29 Delfin is 2.6x the T-35 Pillan's 1,338 kg. The L-29 Delfin has been produced in 3,665 units vs 154 for the T-35 Pillan. The L-29 Delfin first flew 22 years before the T-35 Pillan (1959 vs 1981).

Czechoslovakian jet trainer, utilized extensively during the Cold War, and exported broadly to Warsaw Pact and other nations.
Aero L-29 Delfin Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aero
First flight 5 April 1959
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 3665 units
Average unit price $200K
Chilean trainer aircraft, popular in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for military pilot training worldwide.
Enaer T-35 Pillan Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇱 Chile
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Enaer
First flight 6 March 1981
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 154 units
Average unit price --
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 13.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.8 m â—‰
Height 2.6 m â—‰
Length 8.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 311 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,093 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,840 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,338 kg â—‰
Empty weight 930 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 224 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The L-29 Delfin is faster with a maximum speed of 655 km/h compared to the T-35 Pillan's 311 km/h, a difference of 344 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The T-35 Pillan has a longer range at 1,093 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher service ceiling at 11,500 meters (37,729 ft) compared to the T-35 Pillan's 5,840 meters (19,160 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,540 kg compared to the T-35 Pillan's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The L-29 Delfin is longer at 10.8 meters compared to the T-35 Pillan's 8.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 23 years before the T-35 Pillan which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-29 Delfin or T-35 Pillan?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 154 units of the T-35 Pillan.