McDonnell Douglas (Boeing) T-45A Goshawk  

The T-45A Goshawk is an advanced trainer operated by the US Navy. It was designed as a replacement for the North American T-2C Buckeye and the Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 11. It was developed from the B.Ae. Hawk T.1 which was in service with the RAF. The Hawk was extensively modified for shipboard operations and included a strengthened airframe, wider landing gear and an arrestor hook. It became operational in 1991. Work commenced on upgrading the T-45A to T-45C standard in 1997. The upgrades include the installation of inertial navigation and a glass cockpit.

165617                       c/n                              USA

2 seat advanced trainer first flown in 1988

Engine: 5527lb.s.t(26.0kN) RR F405-RR-401                                                                            Length: 39'4"(11.99m)                                                                                         Height: 13'5"(4.08m)Wingspan: 30'10"(9.39m)                                                                                             No.built: 210+ Range: 805miles(1,288km)                                                              Cruising speed: 580mph(928kmh)Empty weight:10,403lb(4,460kg)                                       Maximum take-off weight: 14,081lb(6,387kg)                            

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