Northrop T-38 Talon
Technical Information

Background
The Northrop T-38 Talon is a two seat supersonic jet trainer. First flight April 10, 1959. Manufactured between 1961–1972.

Production
A total of 1,189 were built.

Technical Details
Crew  2 (pilot, instructor)
Engine  2 × General Electric J85-5A afterburning turbojet engines, 2,680 lbf (11.9 kN) thrust each dry, 3,850 lbf (17.1 kN) with afterburner
Wingspan  25' 3"
Length  46' 4.5"
Height  12' 10.5"
Max Speed  858 mph
Range  1,140 miles
Armament  none. USAF coversion for gun pod, rockets or bombs on a centerline pylon