TS-11 Iskra vs YS-11
The TS-11 Iskra and the YS-11 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by PZL and NAMC respectively. Top speed is 720 km/h for the TS-11 Iskra vs 470 km/h for the YS-11. The TS-11 Iskra has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 2,110 km for the YS-11. The TS-11 Iskra operates at altitudes up to 11,000 m compared to 6,980 m for the YS-11. At 23,500 kg MTOW, the YS-11 is 6.1x the TS-11 Iskra's 3,840 kg. The TS-11 Iskra has been produced in 424 units vs 182 for the YS-11. The TS-11 Iskra first flew 2 years before the YS-11 (1960 vs 1962).
| Polish jet trainer, designed in the Cold War era, used extensively for instruction and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | PZL |
| First flight | 5 February 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 424 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Japanese turboprop airliner from the 1960s, deployed primarily in short-haul flights, and regionally used by various countries. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | NAMC |
| First flight | 30 August 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 182 units |
| Average unit price | $2.2 million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 94.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,980 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,130 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The TS-11 Iskra is faster with a maximum speed of 720 km/h compared to the YS-11's 470 km/h, a difference of 250 km/h.
Which has longer range, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a longer range at 2,110 km compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 1,250 km.
Which can fly higher, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the YS-11's 6,980 meters (22,900 ft).
Which is heavier, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 3,840 kg.
Which is larger, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The YS-11 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 11.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The TS-11 Iskra entered service first in 1964, 1 years before the YS-11 which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the TS-11 Iskra or YS-11?
The TS-11 Iskra has been produced in greater numbers with 424 units compared to 182 units of the YS-11.