Aero (2) L-159
The Aero L-159 ALCA is a Czech light combat aircraft developed from the L-39 trainer but fitted with a stronger engine, radar, and weapons systems. It can train pilots or carry precision weapons for strike missions. Its small production run makes it much rarer than the ubiquitous L-39.
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The Aero L-159 ALCA developed the L-39 trainer into a light combat jet with radar and precision weapons.
Specifications
| Length | 12.7 m (42 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.5 m (31 ft) |
| Height | 4.9 m (16 ft) |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 1 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 8 t |
| Range | 850 NM (1,574 km) |
| Maximum speed | 505 kt (935 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 43,000 ft (13,106 m) |
| Rate of climb | 10,422 ft/min (52.9 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) |
| Landing distance | 1,200 m (3,937 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 1,900 l |
| Engines | 1x Honeywell F124-GA-100 |
| Units built | 72 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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