Z 42 vs SF-260
Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
Category | Military Training Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Zlin |
First flight | 17 October 1967 |
Year of introduction | 1970 |
Number produced | 57 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service. | |
Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
Category | Military Training Aircraft |
Manufacturer | SIAI-Marchetti |
First flight | 15 July 1964 |
Year of introduction | 1966 |
Number produced | 900 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wing area | 13.2 m² ◉ |
Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | 230 km/h |
Service ceiling | 5,500 m â—‰ |
Max. takeoff weight | 920 kg â—‰ |
Empty weight | 600 kg â—‰ |
Total thrust | 1 x 134 kW â—‰ |
Wing area | 10.1 m² ◉ |
Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | -- km/h |
Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
Max. takeoff weight | 1,300 kg â—‰ |
Empty weight | 770 kg â—‰ |
Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z 42 by RadekS.