Czechs may donate L-159 jets to Ukraine

The Czech Republic could give Ukraine some of its L-159 attack jets to support Kyiv’s planned counter-offensive against Russia


AERO L-159 ALCA (Advanced Light Combat Aircraft)

Propulsion
Honeywell ITEC F124-GA-100 turbofan. Maximum thrust 28kN

Cockpit
Includes multi-role display for flight information and weapon systems

Combat capability

Seven hardpoints for air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles, rockets and bombs

External pods for aerial reconnaissance, electronic warfare or 20mm cannons

Multi-mode Doppler radar for all-weather, day and night operations

Crew
One or two

Length 12.72m

Wingspan: 9.54m


Aero L-159 specifications

Empty weight			4,350kg
Maximum take-off weight 	8,000kg
Maximum payload 		2,700kg
Maximum speed at sea level	936km/h
Maximum range (internal fuel)	1,570km


Sources: Aero Vodochody, Airforce Technology, Reuters  
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