Northrop F-5 "Freedom Fighter" / T-38 "Talon"
fighter, training
1959

     
   
     

Designed to replace Lockheed T-33, F-5A flew on July 30, 1959. Entered production in October 1963. T-38 "Talon" with two seats flew on April 10, 1959.

     
   
     

Crew: 1-2
Engine: 2 x General Electric J-85-GE-13, 18.1kN
Wingspan: 7.7m
Length: 14.4m
Height: 4.0m
Wing area: 15.8m2		 Start mass: 9117kg
Empty mass: 3565kg
Max speed: M1.4
Ceiling: 16000m
Range w/max.payload: 592km
Armament: 2 x 20mm MG

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