DHC-3 Otter vs P180 Avanti
Canadian utility aircraft, noted for its use in bush flying and rugged environments during the mid-20th century. | |
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Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
Category | Military Training Aircraft |
Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
First flight | 12 December 1951 |
Year of introduction | 1953 |
Number produced | 466 units |
Average unit price | $0.6 million |
Italian turboprop business aircraft, renowned for its unusual design, extensively utilized for executive transport since the 1980s. | |
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Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
Category | Military Training Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Piaggio |
First flight | 26 September 1986 |
Year of introduction | 1990 |
Number produced | 246 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wing area | 35.0 m² ◉ |
Wingspan | 18.0 m â—‰ |
Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
Length | 12.8 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | 257 km/h â—‰ |
Service ceiling | 5,730 m â—‰ |
Max. takeoff weight | 3,629 kg â—‰ |
Empty weight | 2,010 kg â—‰ |
Total thrust | 1 x 447 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of DHC-3 Otter by Tony Hisgett.