CM 170 Magister vs TS-11 Iskra

Overview

The CM 170 Magister and the TS-11 Iskra are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Fouga and PZL respectively.

Top speed is 715 km/h for the CM 170 Magister vs 720 km/h for the TS-11 Iskra. The CM 170 Magister has an operational range of 1,200 km vs 1,250 km for the TS-11 Iskra. The TS-11 Iskra operates at altitudes up to 11,000 m compared to 9,144 m for the CM 170 Magister.

The CM 170 Magister has been produced in 929 units vs 424 for the TS-11 Iskra. The CM 170 Magister first flew 8 years before the TS-11 Iskra (1952 vs 1960).

French jet trainer, predominantly used during the Cold War, notable for its operational deployment by various air forces worldwide.
Fouga CM 170 Magister Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Fouga
First flight 23 July 1952
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 929 units
Average unit price $800K
Polish jet trainer, designed in the Cold War era, used extensively for instruction and light attack roles.
PZL TS-11 Iskra Training profile drawing
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 17.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m â—‰
Length 10.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 715 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,450 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,540 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 220 kgf â—‰
Wing area 17.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 11.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 720 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,250 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,840 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,560 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,000 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is faster with a maximum speed of 720 km/h compared to the CM 170 Magister's 715 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the CM 170 Magister's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the CM 170 Magister's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,840 kg compared to the CM 170 Magister's 3,450 kg.
Which is larger, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is longer at 11.2 meters compared to the CM 170 Magister's 10.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The CM 170 Magister entered service first in 1956, 8 years before the TS-11 Iskra which entered service in 1964.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CM 170 Magister or TS-11 Iskra?
The CM 170 Magister has been produced in greater numbers with 929 units compared to 424 units of the TS-11 Iskra.