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Encyclopedia - Aero L-39 Albatross
The first L-39 took to the skies on 4 November 1968, piloted by Rudolf Duchon. It is a low-wing monoplane of all-metal construction. It has hydraulically operated landing gear, and double-slotted flaps. Exceptional all-round view is available from both cockpits, and dual controls are standard. The rear seat is removed in the L-39ZO.
The basic L-39C entered service in 1974 as an elementary/advanced jet trainer. The L-39ZA is a modified version equipped for weapons training. The L-39ZO is a single-seat variant for use in light close-support and ground attack. A total of 2,244 L-39's were delivered.
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Aero L-39C Albatross | General | | Crew : | Two | | Country of Origin : | Czechoslovakia | Powerplant | | Number Of Engines : | One | | Powerplant type : | Ivchenko AI-25TL non-afterburning turbofan | | Max Power Rating : | 1,720kg (3,792lb) | Dimensions | | Length : | 12.13m (39ft 9.6in) | | Height : | 4.77m (15ft 7.8in) | | Wingspan : | 9.46m (31ft 0.4in) | | Wing Area : | 18.80m2 (202.37sq ft) | | Tailplane Span : | 4.40m (14ft 5.2in) | Weights | | Empty Weight : | 3,459kg (7,626lb) | | Max Take-off Weight : | 4,700kg (10,632lb) | | Internal fuel load : | 980kg (2,161lb) | | Maximum external load : | 500kg (1,102lb) | Landing Gear | | Type : | Retractable tricycle type with a single wheel on each unit | | Wheelbase : | 4.39m (14ft 4.8in) | | Wheel Track : | 2.44m (8ft 0.1in) | Performance | | Max Speed At Sea Level : | 378kt (700km/h; 435mph) | | Max Speed At Cruising Level : | 405kt (750km/h; 466mph) @ 16,405ft (5,000m) | | Initial Climb Rate : | 4,331ft (1,320m) per minute | | Service Ceiling : | 37,730ft (11,500m) | | Minimum Take-off Distance : | 480m (1,575ft) | | g Limits : | +8/-4 |
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