BN-2B Defender vs PC-6 Porter

British light-utility aircraft, notably deployed for surveillance, logistical operations, and transport duties in various global regions.
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Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Britten-Norman
First flight 12 June 1965
Year of introduction 1965
Number produced 1280 units
Average unit price $2 million
Swiss light utility aircraft, renowned for its versatility and ruggedness, extensively utilized in remote areas for cargo transport and search and rescue missions.
Origin country 🇨🇭 Switzerland
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Pilatus
First flight 4 May 1959
Year of introduction 1960
Number produced 604 units
Average unit price $0.1 million
Wing area 31.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 16.2 m â—‰
Height 4.2 m â—‰
Length 11.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 264 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,400 km
Service ceiling 4,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,995 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,825 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 194 kW â—‰
Wing area 30.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 15.9 m â—‰
Height 3.2 m â—‰
Length 10.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 244 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 10,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,260 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 410 kW â—‰
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