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• The T-45 is the United States Navy version of the British Aerospace “Hawk”. They were designed for intermediate and advanced pilot training for jet carrier operations and tactical strike missions. The T-45 features a compact low wing configuration, with the instructor in a raised position above the student, both under a large single piece, side-way opening canopy providing excellent visibility.

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• T-45 Goshawk Specifications

• General characteristics

  • Crew: 2 (student, instructor)
  • Length: 39 ft 4 in
  • Wingspan: 30 ft 10 in
  • Height: 13 ft 5 in
  • Wing area: 190.1 ft²
  • Empty weight: 10,403 lb
  • Max takeoff weight: 14,081 lb
  • Powerplant: 1 × Rolls-Royce Turbomeca F405-RR-401 (Adour) turbofan, 5,527 lbf

• Performance

  • Maximum speed: 560 knots (645 mph) at 8,000 ft
  • Range: 700 nmi (805 mi)
  • Service ceiling: 42,500 ft
  • Rate of climb: 8,000 ft/min

   

• Armament

  • Usually none. One hardpoint under each wing can be used to carry practice bomb racks, rocket pods, or fuel tanks. A centerline hardpoint can carry a cargo pod for crew baggage.

   

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