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Zlin Z-142

Zlin Aircraft · Military Trainer/Aerobatic · Czech Republic · Cold War (1970–1991)

Zlin Z-142 — Military Trainer/Aerobatic
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The Zlín Z 42 is a Czech single-engine two-seat trainer aircraft manufactured by Moravan Otrokovice. A developed version, the Z 142, is the most popular aircraft variant in the manufacturer's aircraft line.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Trainer
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
Czech Republic
Manufacturer
Zlin Aircraft
Operator
Czech / Slovak / Eastern European air forces
Primary Role
Military Trainer/Aerobatic
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1978
Produced
370
Unit Cost (2026$)
~$80-150K used
Engine
Lycoming AEIO-360-B1B
Thrust / Power
180 hp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
24.6
Wingspan (ft)
29.6
Empty Weight (lb)
1499
MTOW (lb)
2183
Endurance (hr)
4
Service Ceiling (ft)
16400
Range (mi)
580
Max Speed (mph)
158