Fouga CM-170 Magister vs Aero L-39 Albatros
The L-39 and Fouga CM.170 Magister are two-seat jet trainers — the L-39 single-engine and modern, the Fouga twin-engine and earlier (V-tail).
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 3
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 1
- Source marketplaces
- 2
- Model years available
- 1962–1963
No active listings right now.
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Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Fouga CM-170 Magister | Aero L-39 Albatros |
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| Price Range | $71,855 – $143,900 | — |
| Category | Warbirds | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 2 |
| Range | 650 nm (1,204 km) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 7,055 lbs (3,200 kg) | — |
| Engines | — | 1 x Jet |
Which Should You Buy: Fouga CM-170 Magister or Aero L-39 Albatros?
Bottom line: Choose the L-39 for performance, modern systems and the best support; choose the Fouga Magister for twin-engine reassurance and lower-cost classic jet flying. L-39 = performance/support; Fouga = twin/economy.
Pick the CM-170 Magister if…
Pick the L-39 Albatros if…
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