Grob G-120TP
The Grob G 120TP is a German turboprop trainer with a side-by-side cockpit and a composite airframe. It is used by several military flying schools because its digital cockpit and turbine performance create a useful bridge to jets. Its robust landing gear also suits basic military training.
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The G 120TP's digital cockpit and turbine performance give military students a realistic bridge from piston trainers to jet aircraft.
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 | 1.6 t |
| Range | 1,000 NM (1,852 km) |
| Maximum speed | 240 kt (444 km/h) |
| Stall speed | 57 kt (106 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 25,000 ft (7,620 m) |
| Rate of climb | 2,772 ft/min (14.1 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 374 m (1,227 ft) |
| Landing distance | 500 m (1,640 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 360 l |
| Engines | 1x Rolls-Royce M250-B17F |
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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