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Pitts S-1 vs Piper J3F

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecPitts S-1Piper J3F
ICAO typePTS1J3
MTOW700 kg500 kg
Range270 nm160 nm
Cruise speed106 kt71 kt
Service ceiling22,000 ft12,000 ft
Max seats22
Length7 m7 m
Wingspan11 m11 m
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How does the Pitts S-1 compare to the Piper J3F in range?

The Pitts S-1 has a range of 270 nm; the Piper J3F has a range of 160 nm.

How does the Pitts S-1 compare to the Piper J3F in cruise speed?

The Pitts S-1 cruises at 106 kt; the Piper J3F cruises at 71 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Pitts S-1 and the Piper J3F?

The Pitts S-1 has a maximum take-off weight of 700 kg, compared with 500 kg for the Piper J3F.

How many seats do the Pitts S-1 and Piper J3F have?

The Pitts S-1 seats up to 2; the Piper J3F seats up to 2.

What ICAO type codes do the Pitts S-1 and Piper J3F use?

The Pitts S-1 is ICAO type PTS1; the Piper J3F is ICAO type J3.