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 McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) T-45 Goshawk is a highly modified version of the British BAE Systems Hawk land-based training jet aircraft. Manufactured by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) and British Aerospace (now BAE Systems), the T-45 is used by the United States Navy as an aircraft carrier -capable trainer.

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.

Feb 28, 2017 · 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.

Dec 1, 2023 · The T-38 has managed to be forgiving enough to allow aspiring young U.S. Air Force pilots, with a little more than 100 hours flight time in their logbooks, to solo in it in just 10 to 12 hours. The supersonic jet trainer is blessed with movie star looks.

Sep 4, 2018 · For more than 50 years, the Northrop T-38 Talon has been the principal supersonic jet trainer used by the U.S. Air Force. The twin jet-powered aircraft, which has tandem-seats for the instructor and student pilot, is the world’s first supersonic trainer.

Nov 12, 2024 · 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.

Oct 21, 2021 · 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.

Jul 15, 2024 · 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.

Northrop T-38 Talon $756,000 in 1961 / $2 million in 1975 / $ 18-20 million U.S. estimated if sold new at present Scroll down for image gallery