JL-8 vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
Chinese jet trainer, developed in the late 20th century, regularly deployed for pilot training and light attack roles. | |
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Origin country | 🇨🇳 China 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
Category | Combat Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Hongdu |
First flight | 21 November 1990 |
Year of introduction | 1994 |
Number produced | 500 units |
Average unit price | $10 million |
Swiss-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s. | |
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Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
Category | Military Training Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Pilatus |
First flight | 12 April 1966 |
Year of introduction | 1978 |
Number produced | 618 units |
Average unit price | $1.5 million |
Wing area | 17.0 m² ◉ |
Wingspan | 9.6 m â—‰ |
Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
Length | 11.6 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | 800 km/h â—‰ |
Operational range | 2,250 km â—‰ |
Service ceiling | 13,600 m â—‰ |
Max. takeoff weight | 4,330 kg â—‰ |
Empty weight | 2,687 kg â—‰ |
Total thrust | 1 x 1,633 kgf â—‰ |