PC-9 vs TB-30 Epsilon
Overview
The PC-9 and the TB-30 Epsilon are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Pilatus and Socata respectively.
Top speed is 593 km/h for the PC-9 vs 356 km/h for the TB-30 Epsilon. The PC-9 has an operational range of 1,537 km vs 1,300 km for the TB-30 Epsilon. The PC-9 operates at altitudes up to 11,600 m compared to 7,010 m for the TB-30 Epsilon. At 3,200 kg MTOW, the PC-9 is 2.6x the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,250 kg.
The PC-9 has been produced in 265 units vs 19 for the TB-30 Epsilon. The TB-30 Epsilon first flew 5 years before the PC-9 (1979 vs 1984).
| Swiss trainer aircraft, renowned for its use in aerobatics, globally employed for military flight training since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 7 May 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 265 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| French trainer aircraft from the 1980s, widely used by French, Greek, and Portuguese air forces for advanced pilot training. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Socata |
| First flight | 22 December 1979 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 19 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wing area | 16.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 593 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,537 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,781 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 708 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 9.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 356 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,010 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,250 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 932 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 224 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-9 is faster with a maximum speed of 593 km/h compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 356 km/h, a difference of 237 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-9 has a longer range at 1,537 km compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-9 has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 7,010 meters (22,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-9 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,200 kg compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-9 is longer at 10.2 meters compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 7.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The TB-30 Epsilon entered service first in 1984, 3 years before the PC-9 which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PC-9 or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-9 has been produced in greater numbers with 265 units compared to 19 units of the TB-30 Epsilon.