https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_T-X
also
https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/6611/boeings-t-x-jet-trainer-takes-to-the-air-as-new-contender-emerges
The Boeing/Saab T-X is an American/Swedish advanced jet trainer developed by
Boeing Defense, Space & Security in partnership with Saab Group. It was selected
on 27 September 2018 by the United States Air Force as the winner of the
Advanced Pilot Training System (T-X) program to replace the Northrop T-38 Talon.
Role
Advanced trainer
National origin
United States/Sweden
Manufacturer
Boeing / Saab Group
First flight
20 December 2016
Status
Development
Number built
2
The Boeing T-X is a single-engine advanced jet trainer with a twin tail, tandem
seating and retractable tricycle landing gear. The aircraft is powered by a
General Electric F404 afterburning turbofan engine. The twin-tails provide
better stability and control. The aircraft is capable of in-flight refueling
using the boom and receptacle.
The Boeing T-X with related ground-based training and support is being developed
and offered by Boeing with its Swedish aerospace group partner, Saab for the
U.S. Air Force T-X program to replace the Northrop T-38 Talon for pilot
training. Boeing and Saab signed a partnership agreement for the USAF T-X
competition on 6 December 2013.
The aircraft was revealed on 13 September 2016. The first BTX-1 aircraft flew on
20 December 2016.
On 27 September 2018, it was officially announced that the Boeing T-X will
become the U.S. Air Force's new advanced jet trainer, replacing the T-38 Talon.
A total of 351 aircraft and 46 simulators are to be supplied at a program cost
of US$9.2 billion.
Specifications
General characteristics
Crew: 2
Length: 46.42 ft (14.15 m)
Wingspan: 32.81 ft (10.00 m)
Height: 13.12 ft (4.00 m)
thrust dry, 17,700 lbf (79 kN) with afterburner
Maximum speed: 808 mph (1,300 km/h; 702 kn)
Range: 1,143 mi (993 nmi; 1,839 km)
Service ceiling: 50,000 ft (15,000 m)
Rate of climb: 33,500 ft/min (170 m/s)
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