The Northrop T-38 Talon is a two-seat, twinjet supersonic jet trainer designed and produced by the American aircraft manufacturer Northrop Corporation. It was the world's first supersonic trainer as well as the most produced. The T-38 can be traced back to 1952 and Northrop's N-102 Fang and N-156 fighter aircraft projects.

2025年3月15日 · The T-38 Talon is a twin-engine, supersonic jet trainer used in a variety of roles because of its design, economy of operations, ease of maintenance, high performance and exceptional safety record. The T-38 Talon first flew in 1959. More than 1,100 were delivered to the Air Force between 1961 and 1972 when production ended.

2024年7月15日 · The Northrop T-38 Talon, a 65-year-old training aircraft, has been crucial in preparing US Air Force and Navy pilots for frontline fighter jets. The T-38 was the world's first supersonic trainer and has produced over 72,000 pilots since 1961, including NASA astronauts.

The T-X program is a United States Air Force development and acquisition program for a new two-seat jet trainer to replace the Northrop T-38 Talon. On 27 September 2018, the US Air Force selected the Boeing/Saab T-X entry to become its trainer aircraft. [1] The new aircraft was given the designation and name "T-7 Red Hawk" in September 2019. [2]

The Talon was an absolute HOOT! to fly. The pilot can actually see out BOTH sides of the cockpit, and it wasn't nicknamed "The White Rocket" for nothing! Cinch that seatbelt and shoulder harness down good'n tight buckaroo, light the fire, and go Suuuppppeeerrr Sooonnniiiccc!

The T-38A Talon complemented the T-37 well, providing a logical progression for new pilots. In time, the aircraft built up a great reputation with instructors and students alike. Unusually for an advanced trainer, the aircraft is capable of supersonic speeds.

2021年9月13日 · The T-38 Talon is a twin-engine, high-altitude, supersonic jet trainer used in a variety of roles because of its design, economy of operations, ease of maintenance, high performance, and...

The T-38 Talon is a twin-engine, high-altitude, supersonic jet trainer used in a variety of roles because of its design, economy of operations, ease of maintenance, high performance and exceptional safety record. Air Education and Training Command is the primary user of the T-38 for joint specialized undergraduate pilot training.

The Northrop T-38 Talon is a two-seat, twin-engined supersonic jet trainer. It was the world's first supersonic trainer and is also the most produced. The T-38 remains in service as of 2015 in air forces throughout the world. The United States Air Force (USAF) operates the most T-38s. In addition to training USAF pilots, the T-38 is used by NASA.

2024年11月12日 · Unveil the legacy of the T-38 Talon as the ultimate companion trainer for elite U-2 pilots. Dive into its history, design, and flight characteristics.