L-39NG jet aircraft
L-39NG is a new jet aircraft developed by Aero Vodochody company, which has been established in 1919 and historically produced more than 11,000 aircraft including the legendary L-39 training jet.
The L-39NG aircraft is a modern and effective light jet capable to serve in a role of light attack and/or unified, comprehensive training system for modern air forces. The L-39NG is based on the aerodynamic concept of the current L-39 with optimized features to reduce resistance and increase efficiency and utilizes the latest technologies and equipment. Power is provided by the modern FJ44-4M engine supplied with the TAP Blue engine support service to ensure unprecedented airworthiness and predictable maintenance costs. The aircraft’s avionics are prepared to train future pilots of 4th and 5th generation aircraft and can be tailored to the customer’s requirements. The L-39NG is equipped with five hard-points for weapons. The aircraft also features a broad range of simulation technologies, including the integration into high-tech tactical simulation centres with the goal to increase training efficiency.
In September 2020, the L-39NG aircraft received a type certificate in accordance with the new international standards EMAR 21 and EMACC from the Military Aviation Authority of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic. Strategic partner of the L-39NG project is the Czech company OMNIPOL by having 50% of share and financial contribution in the project.