R22 vs TS-11 Iskra
Overview
The R22 and the TS-11 Iskra are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and PZL respectively.
The TS-11 Iskra reaches 720 km/h — 3.8x the R22's 188 km/h. The R22 has an operational range of 387 km vs 1,250 km for the TS-11 Iskra. The TS-11 Iskra operates at altitudes up to 11,000 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22. At 3,840 kg MTOW, the TS-11 Iskra is 6.2x the R22's 621 kg.
The R22 has been produced in 4,600 units vs 424 for the TS-11 Iskra. The TS-11 Iskra first flew 15 years before the R22 (1960 vs 1975).
| American light, multi-purpose helicopter, widely used for flight training, livestock mustering, and patrol from the late 20th century. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Robinson |
| First flight | 28 August 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 4600 units |
| Average unit price | $400K |
| Polish jet trainer, designed in the Cold War era, used extensively for instruction and light attack roles. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | PZL |
| First flight | 5 February 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 424 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 188 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 387 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,267 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 621 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 361 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 93 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 17.5 m² |
| Wingspan | 10.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 720 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,840 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,560 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,000 kgf ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
Loading analysis...
Generating comparison analysis...
Unable to generate comparison at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is faster with a maximum speed of 720 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 532 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,840 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is longer at 11.2 meters compared to the R22's 8.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra entered service first in 1964, 15 years before the R22 which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R22 or TS-11 Iskra?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 424 units of the TS-11 Iskra.