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L-159 ALCA multirole fighter

Country of Origin: Czech Republic

The L-159 advanced light combat aircraft (ALCA) was originally designed to meet the Czech air force's need for a light, multirole combat aircraft. It is based on the aerodynamic configuration and airframe design of the L-39 Albatros and L-59 jet trainers.

The ALCA boasts a high-performance military turbofan engine coupled with advanced avionics and sensors. It is capable of counterinsurgency operations, close air support, tactical reconnaissance, air defense, border patrol,...

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