Grob G-120
The Grob G 120 is a German composite trainer with side-by-side seats and a robust airframe for military and civilian instruction. Its aerobatic capability lets students practise unusual attitudes before progressing to advanced aircraft. The piston version preceded the turbine-powered G 120TP.
Did you know?
The piston-powered G 120 preceded the turbine G 120TP, letting military students practise unusual attitudes before advancing to jets.
Specifications
| Length | 8.7 m (28 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Height | 2.7 m (9 ft) |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 1.4 t |
| Range | 700 NM (1,296 km) |
| Maximum speed | 150 kt (278 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 12,000 ft (3,658 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,280 ft/min (6.5 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 650 m (2,133 ft) |
| Landing distance | 560 m (1,837 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 378 l |
| Engines | 1x Lycoming AEIO-540 |
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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