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DUW T-X

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DUW's entry to the T-X program established by the USAF to replace the aging T-38 talon. Two seat supersonic trainer with thrust vectoring engines designed to prepare pilots for the complexity of 6th generation fighter jets.

The aircraft will perform high G turns above 250mph - below 200mph the aircraft will perform all post stall maneuvers allowing pilots to practice Cobras, Herbst turns, flat spins and somersaults.

This variant can takeoff and land on the USS Beast. The thrust vectoring engines allow pilots to takeoff from USS Beast without the aid of a catapult and the slow handling characteristics allow it land without a tailhook/wire setup. Fly the approach at roughly 105mph with the airbrakes deployed (linked to brakes). The brakes should be fully applied before touchdown and held on until the aircraft comes to a stop.

The aircraft will fly at supersonic speeds at 30,000ft.

Fitted with panel for realistic cockpit view.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 40.7ft (12.4m)
  • Length 70.7ft (21.6m)
  • Height 21.6ft (6.6m)
  • Empty Weight 26,990lbs (12,242kg)
  • Loaded Weight 33,233lbs (15,074kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 1.217
  • Wing Loading 31.1lbs/ft2 (151.6kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,070.0ft2 (99.4m2)
  • Drag Points 6073

Parts

  • Number of Parts 336
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 1,046