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The Hawk has accumulated more than 750,000 flying hours.
The Hawk has accumulated more than 750,000 flying hours.
 The current export trainer version of the Hawk, the 60 series, is a development of the earlier export 50 series.
The current export trainer version of the Hawk, the 60 series, is a development of the earlier export 50 series.
 The Hawk 100 is an advanced two-seat weapons systems trainer with enhanced ground attack capability.
The Hawk 100 is an advanced two-seat weapons systems trainer with enhanced ground attack capability.
The single-seat Hawk 200 is a highly capable lightweight fighter aircraft.
The single-seat Hawk 200 is a highly capable lightweight fighter aircraft.
 Hawk activating its rocket launchers.
Hawk activating its rocket launchers.
 The Hawk 100 avionic system, including laser inertial navigation unit, head-up display / weapon-aiming computer and air data sensor.
The Hawk 100 avionic system, including laser inertial navigation unit, head-up display / weapon-aiming computer and air data sensor.
A fully automatic Martin-Baker mk 10 LH rocket-assisted ejection seat allows escape at all altitudes and speeds within the aircraft's flight envelope.
A fully automatic Martin-Baker mk 10 LH rocket-assisted ejection seat allows escape at all altitudes and speeds within the aircraft's flight envelope.
 The Hawk 200 is powered by an Adour 871 twin-spool, low bypass ratio turbofan engine from Rolls-Royce.
The Hawk 200 is powered by an Adour 871 twin-spool, low bypass ratio turbofan engine from Rolls-Royce.
 The Mk 127 Lead In Fighter Trainer was derived from the Hawk 100 series.
The Mk 127 Lead In Fighter Trainer was derived from the Hawk 100 series.
The cockpit displays and controls are compatible with current and projected front-line aircraft.
The cockpit displays and controls are compatible with current and projected front-line aircraft.
 The Lead In Fighter Trainer is designed to provide a cost-effective training system for producing high-calibre aircrew for front-line service.
The Lead In Fighter Trainer is designed to provide a cost-effective training system for producing high-calibre aircrew for front-line service.
 The night-vision system gives 24-hour operational capability.
The night-vision system gives 24-hour operational capability.
The Mk 127 LIFT is a version of the Hawk 100, with improvements to the cockpit and avionics suite.
The Mk 127 LIFT is a version of the Hawk 100, with improvements to the cockpit and avionics suite.
LIFT incorporates multifunction displays (MFDs).
LIFT incorporates multifunction displays (MFDs).
 The head-up display features symbology compatible with front-line aircraft.
The head-up display features symbology compatible with front-line aircraft.
LIFT is 40ft 7in long, with a wingspan of 32ft 7in. Its overall height is 13ft 8in.
LIFT is 40ft 7in long, with a wingspan of 32ft 7in. Its overall height is 13ft 8in.
 The L159 ALCA (Advanced Light Combat Aircraft) is manufactured by Aero Vodochody of the Czech Republic, with a team of companies including Boeing and Honeywell.
The L159 ALCA (Advanced Light Combat Aircraft) is manufactured by Aero Vodochody of the Czech Republic, with a team of companies including Boeing and Honeywell.
The L159A is in service with the Czech Air Force.
The L159A is in service with the Czech Air Force.
The L159 can carry a range of NATO standard weapons, including Sidewinder air-to-air missiles, Maverick air-to-ground missiles and laser-guided bombs.
The L159 can carry a range of NATO standard weapons, including Sidewinder air-to-air missiles, Maverick air-to-ground missiles and laser-guided bombs.
 The L159 has a maximum speed of 936km/hour (at sea level) and a maximum range, using both internal and external fuel supplies, of 2,530km.
The L159 has a maximum speed of 936km/hour (at sea level) and a maximum range, using both internal and external fuel supplies, of 2,530km.
 The L159 ALCA incorporates a high-performance military turbofan engine, advanced avionics and sensors.
The L159 ALCA incorporates a high-performance military turbofan engine, advanced avionics and sensors.
The L159 is powered by a Honeywell/ITEC F 124-GA-100 advanced engine, which has a maximum thrust of 28kN (6,300lb).
The L159 is powered by a Honeywell/ITEC F 124-GA-100 advanced engine, which has a maximum thrust of 28kN (6,300lb).
 The M-346 is an advanced and lead-in fighter trainer with high angle-of-attack capability.
The M-346 is an advanced and lead-in fighter trainer with high angle-of-attack capability.
 The aerodynamic design of the M-346 uses vortex lift to provide manoeuvrability and controllability using a fly- by-wire control system.
The aerodynamic design of the M-346 uses vortex lift to provide manoeuvrability and controllability using a fly- by-wire control system.
The M-346 handling characteristics - with the ability to fly at high angles of attack - are similar to those of the latest generation fighters.
The M-346 handling characteristics - with the ability to fly at high angles of attack - are similar to those of the latest generation fighters.
 The M-346 provides combat pilot training for front line fighters with high angle-of-attack capability.
The M-346 provides combat pilot training for front line fighters with high angle-of-attack capability.
 The M-346 new generation advanced lead-in fighter jet trainer.
The M-346 new generation advanced lead-in fighter jet trainer.
The M-346 prototype completed its first flight in July 2004.
The M-346 prototype completed its first flight in July 2004.
 The M-346 is powered by two Honeywell / ITEC F124-GA-200 turbofan engines with dual channel FADEC.
The M-346 is powered by two Honeywell / ITEC F124-GA-200 turbofan engines with dual channel FADEC.
 The M-346 has a maximum speed of 1,000km/h (585kt) and range of 2,590km (1,400nm).
The M-346 has a maximum speed of 1,000km/h (585kt) and range of 2,590km (1,400nm).
The MB-339 jet trainer was initially developed to cover the basic and advanced training requirements of the Italian Air Force flying schools. It has flown nearly 500,000 flying hours in different operational and climatic environments. Shown is the MB-339CD.
The MB-339 jet trainer was initially developed to cover the basic and advanced training requirements of the Italian Air Force flying schools. It has flown nearly 500,000 flying hours in different operational and climatic environments. Shown is the MB-339CD.
 The MB-339CD is the Italian Air Force version of the MB-339FD, meeting the requirement for a low-cost aircraft to train Tornado crews and Eurofighter pilots. The aircraft is representative of current-generation front-line combat aircraft.
The MB-339CD is the Italian Air Force version of the MB-339FD, meeting the requirement for a low-cost aircraft to train Tornado crews and Eurofighter pilots. The aircraft is representative of current-generation front-line combat aircraft.
 The Aermacchi MB-339CB Jet Trainer of the Royal New Zealand Air Force.
The Aermacchi MB-339CB Jet Trainer of the Royal New Zealand Air Force.
The Aermacchi MB-339CE Jet Trainer of the Eritrean Air Force.
The Aermacchi MB-339CE Jet Trainer of the Eritrean Air Force.
 The MB-339CD and MB-339FD instrument panel - The full digital cockpit is equipped with a Head-Up Display (HUD), three colour liquid crystal Multi-Function Displays (MFD) and Hands On Throttle And Stick (HOTAS) control.
The MB-339CD and MB-339FD instrument panel - The full digital cockpit is equipped with a Head-Up Display (HUD), three colour liquid crystal Multi-Function Displays (MFD) and Hands On Throttle And Stick (HOTAS) control.
 The latest version (first flight in 1996) is the MB-339CD for the advanced fighter training role, covering weapon system management in a high-performance, high-manoeuvrability aircraft.
The latest version (first flight in 1996) is the MB-339CD for the advanced fighter training role, covering weapon system management in a high-performance, high-manoeuvrability aircraft.
The Aermacchi MB-339A Jet Trainer of the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
The Aermacchi MB-339A Jet Trainer of the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
 The SIAI Marchetti S211 supplied by Aermacchi is a military jet pilot trainer in operation with the Air Forces of Haiti, the Philippines and Singapore.
The SIAI Marchetti S211 supplied by Aermacchi is a military jet pilot trainer in operation with the Air Forces of Haiti, the Philippines and Singapore.
 The S211A Jet Trainer provides excellent flight performance in the mission role. In acrobatic demonstrations, it provides military pilot training in a true jet environment.
The S211A Jet Trainer provides excellent flight performance in the mission role. In acrobatic demonstrations, it provides military pilot training in a true jet environment.
The front cockpit.
The front cockpit.
 The rear cockpit.
The rear cockpit.
 The airframe incorporates modern design with wide use of structural bonding and composite materials.
The airframe incorporates modern design with wide use of structural bonding and composite materials.
The aircraft has five hardpoints: two under each wing and one under the centre fuselage. The hardpoints can carry a range of weapon systems.
The aircraft has five hardpoints: two under each wing and one under the centre fuselage. The hardpoints can carry a range of weapon systems.
 Diagram of the S211A Jet Trainer's weapons selection.
Diagram of the S211A Jet Trainer's weapons selection.
 The S211A weapons testing.
The S211A weapons testing.
The T-45C Goshawk aircraft is the key component of the T-45 training system (T45TS), the first totally integrated training system developed for and used by the US Navy.
The T-45C Goshawk aircraft is the key component of the T-45 training system (T45TS), the first totally integrated training system developed for and used by the US Navy.
 The T-45A Goshawk is the US Navy's two-seat advanced jet trainer.
The T-45A Goshawk is the US Navy's two-seat advanced jet trainer.
 T-45TS is the first totally integrated undergraduate jet pilot training system using the T-45A Goshawk training jet.
T-45TS is the first totally integrated undergraduate jet pilot training system using the T-45A Goshawk training jet.
The aircraft is not armed but has a single pylon installed under each wing for carrying bomb racks, rocket pods or auxiliary fuel tanks.
The aircraft is not armed but has a single pylon installed under each wing for carrying bomb racks, rocket pods or auxiliary fuel tanks.
 The T-45A Goshawk is a navalised version of the highly successful BAE Systems Hawk advanced jet trainer.
The T-45A Goshawk is a navalised version of the highly successful BAE Systems Hawk advanced jet trainer.
 The new digital Cockpit 21 for the T-45A Goshawk provides a state-of-the-art cockpit to train pilots destined for F/A-18 Hornets, and AV-8B Harrier IIs, amongst others.
The new digital Cockpit 21 for the T-45A Goshawk provides a state-of-the-art cockpit to train pilots destined for F/A-18 Hornets, and AV-8B Harrier IIs, amongst others.
T-45A Goshawk taking off with landing gear deployed.
T-45A Goshawk taking off with landing gear deployed.
 The Mako advanced trainer and light combat aircraft.
The Mako advanced trainer and light combat aircraft.
 The trainer variant of the Mako has a stepped two-seat cockpit.
The trainer variant of the Mako has a stepped two-seat cockpit.
The definition phase of the Mako development is complete but it is unlikely to go into production.
The definition phase of the Mako development is complete but it is unlikely to go into production.
 The aircraft is equipped with seven hardpoints for external installation of weapons for anti-air and ground attack missions.
The aircraft is equipped with seven hardpoints for external installation of weapons for anti-air and ground attack missions.
 The Mako undergoing wind model tests.
The Mako undergoing wind model tests.
The aircraft has a glass cockpit and an electronic flight control system.
The aircraft has a glass cockpit and an electronic flight control system.
 Drawing showing the Mako layout and design.
Drawing showing the Mako layout and design.
 Diagram of the cockpit showing one-seat and two-seat configurations.
Diagram of the cockpit showing one-seat and two-seat configurations.
Outline drawing of the Mako.
Outline drawing of the Mako.
 Mock-up of the Mako on the ground.
Mock-up of the Mako on the ground.
 The US Navy and the US Air Force selected the Texan IIA as the Joint Primary Aircraft Training System (JPATS).
The US Navy and the US Air Force selected the Texan IIA as the Joint Primary Aircraft Training System (JPATS).
The T-6A can provide both primary training and advanced training in aerial manoeuvres.
The T-6A can provide both primary training and advanced training in aerial manoeuvres.
 The T-6A Texan II has a computer-controlled Trim Aid Device, which reduces the need for rudder control.
The T-6A Texan II has a computer-controlled Trim Aid Device, which reduces the need for rudder control.
 The cockpit displays are sunlight-readable active matrix LCDs.
The cockpit displays are sunlight-readable active matrix LCDs.
The PT6A-68 turboprop engine provides 1100 standard horsepower.
The PT6A-68 turboprop engine provides 1100 standard horsepower.
 The cockpit seating is in a stepped tandem configuration.
The cockpit seating is in a stepped tandem configuration.
 The T-6A is fitted with a Power Management Unit, which makes it impossible to overtorque the engine.
The T-6A is fitted with a Power Management Unit, which makes it impossible to overtorque the engine.
The Super Tucano / ALX light attack aircraft / trainer, developed for the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).
The Super Tucano / ALX light attack aircraft / trainer, developed for the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).
 The EMB-314 Super Tucano was developed from the Tucano trainer, operational in the air forces of 15 countries.
The EMB-314 Super Tucano was developed from the Tucano trainer, operational in the air forces of 15 countries.
 In the Brazilian Air Force, ALX aircraft will be used for missions including border patrol of the Amazon area.
In the Brazilian Air Force, ALX aircraft will be used for missions including border patrol of the Amazon area.
The ALX / Super Tucano has an all-glass cockpit with head-up and multi-function displays.
The ALX / Super Tucano has an all-glass cockpit with head-up and multi-function displays.
 The ALX can be armed with guided air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles and bombs.
The ALX can be armed with guided air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles and bombs.
 The ALX is optimised for the environmental conditions of the Brazilian Amazon.
The ALX is optimised for the environmental conditions of the Brazilian Amazon.
The ALX is capable of operating day and night missions from remote bases and unpaved runways.
The ALX is capable of operating day and night missions from remote bases and unpaved runways.
 The Super Tucano / ALX is available in single-seat and two-seat configurations.
The Super Tucano / ALX is available in single-seat and two-seat configurations.
 The C-101 Aviojet jet trainer and ground attack aircraft.
The C-101 Aviojet jet trainer and ground attack aircraft.
The underwing weapon hardpoints are capable of carrying bombs, rocket launchers or Maverick air-to-ground missiles.
The underwing weapon hardpoints are capable of carrying bombs, rocket launchers or Maverick air-to-ground missiles.
The C-101 jet trainer is in service with the Spanish Air Force.
The C-101 jet trainer is in service with the Spanish Air Force.
Over 130 C-101 Aviojet aircraft are in service with the Air Forces of four countries.
Over 130 C-101 Aviojet aircraft are in service with the Air Forces of four countries.
The C-101 DD, the latest version, is equipped with an Integrated Navigation and Attack System, which allows the pilot to develop skills in flight and armament management techniques.
The C-101 DD, the latest version, is equipped with an Integrated Navigation and Attack System, which allows the pilot to develop skills in flight and armament management techniques.
The pilot's head-up display shows flight and steering parameters and the attack data.
The pilot's head-up display shows flight and steering parameters and the attack data.
The T-50 Golden Eagle advanced jet trainer and light attack aircraft is being built for the Republic of Korea Air Force.
The T-50 Golden Eagle advanced jet trainer and light attack aircraft is being built for the Republic of Korea Air Force.
The T-50 was rolled out in October 2001 at a ceremony in Sachon, Republic of Korea.
The T-50 was rolled out in October 2001 at a ceremony in Sachon, Republic of Korea.
The T-50 is designed to provide pilot training for current and next-generation fighters.
The T-50 is designed to provide pilot training for current and next-generation fighters.
The T-50 advanced cockpit is fitted with full authority digital flight control systems and colour multifunction displays and a Head-Up Display (HUD).
The T-50 advanced cockpit is fitted with full authority digital flight control systems and colour multifunction displays and a Head-Up Display (HUD).
The T-50 is powered by a single General Electric F404-GE-102 turbofan engine with FADEC.
The T-50 is powered by a single General Electric F404-GE-102 turbofan engine with FADEC.
The underwing and centreline hardpoints can carry rocket pods, air-to-surface missiles or air-to-air missiles.
The underwing and centreline hardpoints can carry rocket pods, air-to-surface missiles or air-to-air missiles.
T-50A on the tarmac.
T-50A on the tarmac.
Computer-generated image of the T-50.
Computer-generated image of the T-50.
The Yak-130 production aircraft is slightly different from the demonstrator, with a more rounded nose, shorter fuselage and lower wing area.
The Yak-130 production aircraft is slightly different from the demonstrator, with a more rounded nose, shorter fuselage and lower wing area.
 A series of flight tests of the serial production aircraft was started in April 2004.
A series of flight tests of the serial production aircraft was started in April 2004.
Production aircraft are fitted with the more powerful AI-222-25 turbofan engines, rated at 2,500kg thrust each.
Production aircraft are fitted with the more powerful AI-222-25 turbofan engines, rated at 2,500kg thrust each.
 The Yak-130 combat trainer was selected as the winner of the trainer competition of the Russian Federation Air Force, in April 2002.
The Yak-130 combat trainer was selected as the winner of the trainer competition of the Russian Federation Air Force, in April 2002.
 The Russian Air Force has a requirement for more than 300 Yak-130 combat trainers.
The Russian Air Force has a requirement for more than 300 Yak-130 combat trainers.
With internal fuel, the range is 2,000km and maximum speed is 1,060km/h in level flight.
With internal fuel, the range is 2,000km and maximum speed is 1,060km/h in level flight.
 The forward pilot station in the cockpit of the Yak-130.
The forward pilot station in the cockpit of the Yak-130.
 The Yak-130 can carry a range of Western and Russian-developed weapons.
The Yak-130 can carry a range of Western and Russian-developed weapons.
The Yak-130 is capable of high-manoeuvrability flight such as a controlled angle of attack of 42°.
The Yak-130 is capable of high-manoeuvrability flight such as a controlled angle of attack of 42°.
 The swept high-lift wing and all-moving low-mounted tail plane allow high angles of attack.
The swept high-lift wing and all-moving low-mounted tail plane allow high angles of attack.
 The Yak-130 has a maximum loading of +8g to -3g and is capable of executing the flight manoeuvres of current operational and developmental combat aircraft.
The Yak-130 has a maximum loading of +8g to -3g and is capable of executing the flight manoeuvres of current operational and developmental combat aircraft.
The T-38 Talon is the US Air Force's primary supersonic jet trainer.
The T-38 Talon is the US Air Force's primary supersonic jet trainer.
 Over 500 T-38s are in service with the USAF.
Over 500 T-38s are in service with the USAF.
 USAF T-38s are being upgraded with new avionics and modified engines.
USAF T-38s are being upgraded with new avionics and modified engines.
The T-38 is used primarily by Air Education and Training Command for undergraduate pilot and pilot instructor training.
The T-38 is used primarily by Air Education and Training Command for undergraduate pilot and pilot instructor training.
 More than 60,000 USAF pilots have trained in the T-38 since it entered service in 1961.
More than 60,000 USAF pilots have trained in the T-38 since it entered service in 1961.
 The T-38 was the world's first supersonic jet trainer.
The T-38 was the world's first supersonic jet trainer.
Pacer Classic is a program designed to extend the structural life of the T-38 to 2020.
Pacer Classic is a program designed to extend the structural life of the T-38 to 2020.
 Student pilots learn aerobatics, formation, night and instrument flying and cross-country navigation.
Student pilots learn aerobatics, formation, night and instrument flying and cross-country navigation.
 The T-38A has an initial climb rate of 30,000ft per minute.
The T-38A has an initial climb rate of 30,000ft per minute.
Five T-38s flying in formation.
Five T-38s flying in formation.
 The Pilatus PC-21 expanded-envelope trainer aircraft is designed to provide basic, advanced and fighter lead-in training for pilots.
The Pilatus PC-21 expanded-envelope trainer aircraft is designed to provide basic, advanced and fighter lead-in training for pilots.
 The Pilatus PC-21 combines the procurement and operating costs of current generation turboprop aircraft with a jet training capability.
The Pilatus PC-21 combines the procurement and operating costs of current generation turboprop aircraft with a jet training capability.
Front cockpit of the PC-21 in 'off' mode.
Front cockpit of the PC-21 in 'off' mode.
 The PC-21 has a high-efficiency, three-spar, swept wing design with hydraulic ailerons supported by spoilers and automatic yaw compensation.
The PC-21 has a high-efficiency, three-spar, swept wing design with hydraulic ailerons supported by spoilers and automatic yaw compensation.
 The PC-21 is fitted with a digital glass cockpit with head-up displays, an up-front control panel, hands-on throttle and stick control and three multi-function displays.
The PC-21 is fitted with a digital glass cockpit with head-up displays, an up-front control panel, hands-on throttle and stick control and three multi-function displays.
The maiden flight of the PC-21 was in July 2002.
The maiden flight of the PC-21 was in July 2002.
 The front and rear cockpits can be fully decoupled, allowing the instructor access to training modes and data unavailable to the trainee pilot.
The front and rear cockpits can be fully decoupled, allowing the instructor access to training modes and data unavailable to the trainee pilot.
 The PC-21 is powered by a P&W PT6A-68B turboprop engine rated at 193kW with a five-blade graphite propeller.
The PC-21 is powered by a P&W PT6A-68B turboprop engine rated at 193kW with a five-blade graphite propeller.
The IAR-99C Soim lead-in fighter/trainer is in service with the Romanian Air Force.
The IAR-99C Soim lead-in fighter/trainer is in service with the Romanian Air Force.
 Elbit Systems of Israel is the supplier of the aircraft's advanced avionics suite.
Elbit Systems of Israel is the supplier of the aircraft's advanced avionics suite.
 The Romanian Air Force will use the IAR-99C as the lead in fighter trainer aircraft towards the MiG-21 Lancer multi-role attack aircraft.
The Romanian Air Force will use the IAR-99C as the lead in fighter trainer aircraft towards the MiG-21 Lancer multi-role attack aircraft.
The IAR-99 can carry Python 3 air-to-air missiles, laser or infrared guided bombs or 57mm rockets.
The IAR-99 can carry Python 3 air-to-air missiles, laser or infrared guided bombs or 57mm rockets.
 The avionics suite includes a data transfer unit which creates a simulated or virtual radar image for display to the trainee pilot in the front cockpit.
The avionics suite includes a data transfer unit which creates a simulated or virtual radar image for display to the trainee pilot in the front cockpit.
 The Romanian Air Force has selected the Elbit Advanced Combat Training System (ACTS) to assist in the transition to the upgraded MiG-21 Lancer aircraft.
The Romanian Air Force has selected the Elbit Advanced Combat Training System (ACTS) to assist in the transition to the upgraded MiG-21 Lancer aircraft.
The external centreline station can be equipped with a GSh-23 twin barrel gun pod, laser target designator or reconnaissance pod.
The external centreline station can be equipped with a GSh-23 twin barrel gun pod, laser target designator or reconnaissance pod.
 The IAR-99C, which can perform close air support roles, has high agility with a g-limit of +7 to -3.6G and a maximum speed of Mach 0.76.
The IAR-99C, which can perform close air support roles, has high agility with a g-limit of +7 to -3.6G and a maximum speed of Mach 0.76.
 The Javelin Mk-20 prototype made its maiden flight in September 2005 at Centennial Airport in Englewood, Colorado.
The Javelin Mk-20 prototype made its maiden flight in September 2005 at Centennial Airport in Englewood, Colorado.
The two-seat Javelin family of military jet trainers is a joint development by Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) and Aviation Technology Group Inc (ATG).
The two-seat Javelin family of military jet trainers is a joint development by Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) and Aviation Technology Group Inc (ATG).
 Cutaway diagram of the Javelin advanced jet trainer.
Cutaway diagram of the Javelin advanced jet trainer.
 Cockpit of the Mk-20 with the displays of the Entegra avionics suite.
Cockpit of the Mk-20 with the displays of the Entegra avionics suite.
The Javelin Mk-20 has a maximum speed of over Mach 0.85 and a design load factor of +6g to -3g.
The Javelin Mk-20 has a maximum speed of over Mach 0.85 and a design load factor of +6g to -3g.
 Three views of the Javelin Mk-20.
Three views of the Javelin Mk-20.
 Computer generated image of the Javelin Mk-30, which will provide phase 3 advanced training and phase 4 lead in fighter training.
Computer generated image of the Javelin Mk-30, which will provide phase 3 advanced training and phase 4 lead in fighter training.
The MiG-AT has manoeuvrability comparable to front-line combat aircraft including MiG-29, Su-27, Rafale, Typhoon, F-15, F-16 and F/A-18.
The MiG-AT has manoeuvrability comparable to front-line combat aircraft including MiG-29, Su-27, Rafale, Typhoon, F-15, F-16 and F/A-18.
 The MiG-AT has a digital fly-by-wire system that allows the simulation of the flight behaviour of aircraft from agile fighters to heavy ground attack aircraft.
The MiG-AT has a digital fly-by-wire system that allows the simulation of the flight behaviour of aircraft from agile fighters to heavy ground attack aircraft.
 The combat trainer version of the MiG-AT has nine hard points for carrying up to 2,000kg or guided and unguided weapons.
The combat trainer version of the MiG-AT has nine hard points for carrying up to 2,000kg or guided and unguided weapons.
RSK MiG has developed the MiG-AT trainer with European companies SNECMA (Safran), Turbomeca and Thales Avionics.
RSK MiG has developed the MiG-AT trainer with European companies SNECMA (Safran), Turbomeca and Thales Avionics.
 Training manoeuvres include sustained turns to a g-limit of +8g for advanced training and 4.5g for basic training, at a speed of Mach 0.85.
Training manoeuvres include sustained turns to a g-limit of +8g for advanced training and 4.5g for basic training, at a speed of Mach 0.85.
 The front cockpit has a wide-field head up display, multifunction colour LCDs and helmet-mounted displays.
The front cockpit has a wide-field head up display, multifunction colour LCDs and helmet-mounted displays.
Flight training contains over thirty manoeuvres, including in-flight refuelling and the roll landing manoeuvre (landing by rear wheels with the fuselage nearly level.
Flight training contains over thirty manoeuvres, including in-flight refuelling and the roll landing manoeuvre (landing by rear wheels with the fuselage nearly level.
 The Aermacchi M-311 basic jet trainer and light combat aircraft.
The Aermacchi M-311 basic jet trainer and light combat aircraft.
 The first flight of the M-311 was successfully completed in June 2005.
The first flight of the
M-311 was successfully completed in June 2005.
The M-311 avionics suite includes three 5in x 7in multi-function LCD displays and two FV-4000 mission computers.
The M-311 avionics suite includes three
5in x 7in multi-function LCD displays and two FV-4000 mission computers.
 The M-311 has five stores hardpoints, four underwing and a fuselage centreline hardpoint with a maximum external load of 1,000kg.
The M-311 has five stores hardpoints, four underwing and a fuselage centreline hardpoint with a maximum external load of 1,000kg.
 The M-311 is a highly upgraded version of the S-211A, with new wing tips, fences and fuselage ventral fins, new avionics suite, strengthened structure and 30% more powerful engine.
The M-311 is a highly upgraded version of the S-211A, with new wing tips, fences and fuselage ventral fins, new avionics suite, strengthened structure and 30% more powerful engine.
The stronger airframe of the M-311 provides higher manoeuvrability, allowing evasive or combat manoeuvres to g-limits of +7g to -3.5g.
The stronger airframe of the M-311 provides higher manoeuvrability, allowing evasive or combat manoeuvres to g-limits of +7g to -3.5g.
 The SparrowHawk head-up display.
The SparrowHawk head-up display.
 M-311 cockpit displays.
M-311 cockpit displays.
The HJT-36 Sitara intermediate jet trainer is being developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL).
The HJT-36 Sitara intermediate jet trainer is being developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL).
 Construction of the first HJT-36 prototype, the S3466, started in 2002 and it completed its first flight in March 2003.
Construction of the first HJT-36 prototype, the S3466, started in 2002 and it completed its first flight in March 2003.
 The second prototype aircraft, the S3474, completed its first flight in March 2004.
The second prototype aircraft, the S3474, completed its first flight in March 2004.
The Indian Air Force has a potential requirement for 200 to 250 HJT-36 intermediate jet trainers.
The Indian Air Force has a potential requirement for 200 to 250 HJT-36 intermediate jet trainers.
 The HJT-36 intermediate jet trainer provides high-speed training for pilots entering level II training.
The HJT-36 intermediate jet trainer provides high-speed training for pilots entering level II training.
 The HJT-36 has a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.8 and manoeuvrability of +7g to –2.5g.
The HJT-36 has a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.8 and manoeuvrability of
+7g to –2.5g.
The HJT-36 has five external hardpoints for carrying up to 1,000kg of stores, including rocket and gun pods and bombs.
The HJT-36 has five external hardpoints for carrying up to 1,000kg of stores, including rocket and gun pods and bombs.
 Production series aircraft will be powered by the Saturn AL-55 turbofan engine, rated at 16.68kN.
Production series aircraft will be powered by the Saturn AL-55 turbofan engine, rated at 16.68kN.
 The Beechcraft T-6B is a significant upgrade to the T-6A already in service with the US Air Force, featuring an open-architecture, advanced avionics suite, including a Head-Up Display (HUD), which mirrors the systems and capabilities of current frontline aircraft.
The Beechcraft T-6B is a significant upgrade to the T-6A already in service with the US Air Force, featuring an open-architecture, advanced avionics suite, including a Head-Up Display (HUD), which mirrors the systems and capabilities of current frontline aircraft.
The T-6B's Up-Front Control Panel (UFCP), with three high-fidelity 5in x 7in multifunction displays (MFDs).
The T-6B's Up-Front Control Panel (UFCP), with three high-fidelity 5in x 7in multifunction displays (MFDs).
 In 2006, the US Navy announced it would procure more than 260 of Hawker Beechcraft's next-generation trainer, the Beechcraft T-6B.
In 2006, the US Navy announced it would procure more than 260 of Hawker Beechcraft's next-generation trainer, the Beechcraft T-6B.
 The T-6B training system allows the introduction of advanced concepts and mission skills earlier and in a lower-cost platform, extending the life of more costly advanced training aircraft.
The T-6B training system allows the introduction of advanced concepts and mission skills earlier and in a lower-cost platform, extending the life of more costly advanced training aircraft.
As well as an advanced integrated stores management system, T-6B has an optional advanced training module with full Embedded Air Combat Manoeuvring Instrumentation (EACMI), virtual radar and electronic warfare simulation.
As well as an advanced integrated stores management system, T-6B has an optional advanced training module with full Embedded Air Combat Manoeuvring Instrumentation (EACMI), virtual radar and electronic warfare simulation.
 Through the addition of open architecture avionics, state-of-the-art sensors, data-link, aircraft protection and weapons capabilities to the proven training platform, the Beechcraft AT-6B provides multi-mission capability on a low-cost platform.
Through the addition of open architecture avionics, state-of-the-art sensors, data-link, aircraft protection and weapons capabilities to the proven training platform, the Beechcraft AT-6B provides multi-mission capability on a low-cost platform.
 The AT-6 multi-role system is designed for net-centric Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and light precision attack missions.
The AT-6 multi-role system is designed for net-centric Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and light precision attack missions.
The AT-6B's Up-Front Control Panel (UFCP), with three, high-fidelity, 5in x 7in multifunction displays (MFDs).
The AT-6B's Up-Front Control Panel (UFCP), with three, high-fidelity, 5in x 7in multifunction displays (MFDs).
 Illustration of the AT-6 showing the main features.
Illustration of the AT-6 showing the main features.
 The AT-6 is fully equipped with six weapons / stores locations and can be armed with a variety of weapons including guided missiles, laser / GPS-guided bombs and 2.75in rocket pods.
The AT-6 is fully equipped with six weapons / stores locations and can be armed with a variety of weapons including guided missiles, laser / GPS-guided bombs and 2.75in rocket pods.
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