Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L39C | Fixed wing single engine | 100 | 100 | 1973-1991 |
| L-39 | Fixed wing single engine | 63 | 62 | 1973-1988 |
| L-39ZA | Fixed wing single engine | 25 | 25 | 1981-1996 |
| L29 | Fixed wing single engine | 8 | 7 | 1965-1974 |
| L-29C | Fixed wing single engine | 6 | 6 | 1968-1972 |
| L-39ZO | Fixed wing single engine | 5 | 5 | 1977-1979 |
| L-29C DELFIN | Fixed wing single engine | 3 | 3 | 1965-1973 |
| L-39C | Fixed wing single engine | 3 | 3 | 1975-1980 |
| VODOCHODY L-159A | Fixed wing single engine | 2 | 1 | ?-? |
| L-39MS | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1992-1992 |
| L39CT | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1996-1996 |
| L-139 | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1992-1992 |
Aero Vodochody aircraft in the FAA registry
Aero Vodochody, commonly known as Aero, is a Czech aircraft company with main production facilities at Vodochody Airport in the Prague-East District. During the Cold War, the firm gained recognition for jet-powered trainers like the L-29 Delfin and L-39 Albatros. Between 1998 and 2004, the company was controlled by Boeing before being privatized in 2006. Today, it continues to manufacture aircraft and aerostructures for the aerospace industry.
Registered Aero Vodochody Aircraft Overview
According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) registry, there are 218 aircraft listed under the manufacturer name "AERO VODOCHODY." Data as of 2026-10-16 shows 215 valid registrations across 12 distinct models. All registered aircraft are fixed-wing, single-engine types. The fleet consists primarily of turbofan engines (199 aircraft) and turbojet engines (19 aircraft). Most of these aircraft were built between 1965 and 1996, with half constructed in 1982 or earlier. The majority of the fleet, 202 aircraft, holds an experimental airworthiness class.
Top Models and Geographic Distribution
The L39C is the most common model, with 100 aircraft registered. These were built between 1974 and 1991 and feature a single seat. The L-39 follows with 63 registrations, built from 1974 to 1987 with two seats. The L-39ZA accounts for 25 registrations, produced between 1981 and 1996. Other notable models include the L29 (8 aircraft), L-29C (6 aircraft), and L-39ZO (5 aircraft).
Geographically, Delaware holds the highest number of registrations with 27 aircraft, followed closely by California with 26 and Florida with 20. Each model has its own dedicated page with specifications, and every aircraft has a registration record by N-number for lookup.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026. Company background: Wikipedia, Aero Vodochody.