L-39 Albatros vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
The L-39 Albatros and the PC-7 Turbo Trainer are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Pilatus respectively. Top speed is 750 km/h for the L-39 Albatros vs 412 km/h for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-39 Albatros has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,200 km for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-39 Albatros operates at altitudes up to 11,500 m compared to 10,060 m for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The L-39 Albatros has been produced in 2,900 units vs 618 for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. Unit cost is $1M for the L-39 Albatros vs $1.5M for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer first flew 2 years before the L-39 Albatros (1966 vs 1968).
| Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 4 November 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2900 units |
| Average unit price | $1 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 | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,459 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,720 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-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-39 Albatros is faster with a maximum speed of 750 km/h compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 412 km/h, a difference of 338 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the L-39 Albatros's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-39 Albatros 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-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-39 Albatros has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,700 kg compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the L-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-39 Albatros is longer at 12.1 meters compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is more expensive at approximately $1.5 million per unit compared to the L-39 Albatros at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the L-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-39 Albatros entered service first in 1972, 6 years before the PC-7 Turbo Trainer which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-39 Albatros or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The L-39 Albatros has been produced in greater numbers with 2,900 units compared to 618 units of the PC-7 Turbo Trainer.