T-67 Firefly vs Z 43
| British aerobatic aircraft, renowned in the 1980s, used extensively for military training worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Slingsby |
| First flight | 12 March 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 250 units |
| Average unit price | $0.5 million |
| Czech four-seat light aircraft, developed in the late 1960s, capable both as a trainer and a tourer. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 10 December 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 144 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wing area | 13.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 753 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,157 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 794 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 14.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 235 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 610 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z 43 by Rob Schleiffert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The T-67 Firefly is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Z 43's 235 km/h, a difference of 47 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The T-67 Firefly has a longer range at 753 km compared to the Z 43's 610 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The T-67 Firefly has a higher service ceiling at 5,791 meters (18,999 ft) compared to the Z 43's 3,800 meters (12,467 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The Z 43 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,350 kg compared to the T-67 Firefly's 1,157 kg.
Which is larger, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The Z 43 is longer at 7.8 meters compared to the T-67 Firefly's 7.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The T-67 Firefly is more expensive at approximately $0.5 million per unit compared to the Z 43 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The Z 43 entered service first in 1972, 2 years before the T-67 Firefly which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the T-67 Firefly or Z 43?
The T-67 Firefly has been produced in greater numbers with 250 units compared to 144 units of the Z 43.