Metroliner vs Nomad
The Metroliner and the Nomad are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Fairchild Swearingen and GAF respectively. Top speed is 533 km/h for the Metroliner vs 311 km/h for the Nomad. The Metroliner has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,350 km for the Nomad. The Metroliner operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 6,400 m for the Nomad. The Metroliner has been produced in 600 units vs 172 for the Nomad. The Metroliner first flew 2 years before the Nomad (1969 vs 1971).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Swearingen |
| First flight | 26 August 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | GAF |
| First flight | 23 July 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 172 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 533 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 522 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 31.1 m² |
| Wingspan | 16.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,350 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,855 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,150 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 157 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Metroliner is faster with a maximum speed of 533 km/h compared to the Nomad's 311 km/h, a difference of 222 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Nomad has a longer range at 1,350 km compared to the Metroliner's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Metroliner has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the Nomad's 6,400 meters (20,997 ft).
Which is heavier, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Metroliner has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,350 kg compared to the Nomad's 3,855 kg.
Which is larger, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Metroliner is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Nomad's 12.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Metroliner entered service first in 1972, 3 years before the Nomad which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Metroliner or Nomad?
The Metroliner has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 172 units of the Nomad.