Lla Aermacchi MB-339is a military jet trainer and light attack aircraft designed and manufactured by Italian aviation company Aermacchi.
The MB-339 was developed during the 1970s in response to an Italian Air Force requirement that sought a replacement for the service’flotte existante d’Aermacchi MB-326. Sa conception a été dérivée de celle du MB-326, plutôt que d’une nouvelle conception, et donc les deux avions partagent des similitudes considérables en termes de conception. Aermacchi avait constaté que le MB-339 était capable de satisfaire à toutes les exigences spécifiées tout en étant l’option la plus abordable disponible. Le vol inaugural du MB-339 a eu lieu le 12 août 1976; les premiers avions de production ont été livrés deux ans plus tard.
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General Characteristics and Role
The Aermacchi MB-339 is an Italian military jet trainer and light attack aircraft. The MB-339CB variant is a specific, modernized version built for the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF). Developed as a successor to the MB-326, the 339 is designed to provide advanced jet training and is also fully capable of serving as a light close air support (CAS) and attack platform. The CB model features upgraded digital avionics, a more powerful engine (the Rolls-Royce Viper Mk 680-43), and increased ordnance capacity compared to earlier versions. Its rugged design and ease of maintenance make it suitable for secondary combat roles.
Property
Typical Value (MB-339CB)
Rôle
Advanced Jet Trainer, Light Attack
National Origin
Italie
Fabricant
Aermacchi (now Leonardo)
First Flight (MB-339)
Le 12 août 1976
Crew
2 (Student and Instructor, tandem seating)
Length
10.97 m (36 ft 0 in)
Envergure
10.86 m (35 ft 7 in)
Height
3.60 m (11 ft 10 in)
Empty Weight
3,100 kg (6,834 lb)
Max Takeoff Weight
5,897 kg (13,000 lb)
Powerplant and Performance
Engine: 1 x Rolls-Royce Viper Mk 680-43 turbojet.
Thrust: 18.0 kN (4,000 lbf).
Maximum Speed: 898 km/h (558 mph; 485 kn) at sea level.
Service Ceiling: 12,500 m (41,000 ft).
Range: 1,736 km (1,079 mi; 937 nmi) (Ferry range with external tanks).
Endurance: 2 hours 45 minutes (typical training mission).
Armament and Capability
Hardpoints: 6 underwing hardpoints.
Maximum Payload: 1,815 kg (4,000 lb).
Armament Options: Capable of carrying air-to-air missiles, unguided rockets, bombs, and gun pods (typically 30 mm DEFA or 12.7 mm machine gun pods).
Avionics: The CB variant features a Head-Up Display (HUD) and an integrated weapon aiming system, making it an excellent platform for lead-in fighter training (LIFT).
Variants: The MB-339 remains in service with several countries and is notable as the mount of the Italian Air Force’s Frecce Tricolori aerobatic team.