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AIDC AT-3 Tzu Chung

AIDC · Advanced Jet Trainer / Light Attack · Taiwan · Cold War (1970–1991)

AIDC AT-3 Tzu Chung — Advanced Jet Trainer / Light Attack
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The AIDC AT-3 Tzu Chung is an advanced jet trainer operated by the Republic of China Air Force (ROCAF). A total of sixty-two aircraft were manufactured by the Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation of Taiwan in collaboration with American aircraft manufacturer Northrop between 1984 and 1990. Two A-3 single-seat attack version were also built.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Trainer
Domain
Defence
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
Taiwan
Manufacturer
AIDC
Operator
Republic of China Air Force
Primary Role
Advanced Jet Trainer / Light Attack
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1984
Produced
62
Propulsion
Turbofan
Engine
2x Garrett TFE731-2-2L turbofan
Thrust / Power
3,500 lbf each
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
42.4
Wingspan (ft)
34.4
Empty Weight (lb)
8500
MTOW (lb)
17500
Payload (lb)
4400
Service Ceiling (ft)
48000
Range (mi)
1380
Max Speed (mph)
584
Max Speed (Mach)
0.84
Armament
Hardpoints for rockets, bombs, gun pods; optional 20mm cannon pod