Arava vs Nomad
| Israeli light transport aircraft, active during the late 20th century, widely deployed for cargo, troop, and paratroop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 27 November 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 103 units |
| Average unit price | $1.9 million |
| Australian utility aircraft, renowned for its versatile, multi-purpose usage in civilian and military applications. | |
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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 | $-- million |
| Wing area | 43.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 326 km/h â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,711 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,050 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 559 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—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,855 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,150 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 313 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Arava by Bob Adams from Amanzimtoti.
Photo of Nomad by jimmyweee.