T-5 Brave Eagle
Summary
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 10 June 2020 |
| Year introduced | 2021 |
| Number produced | 17 units |
Technical specifications
| Version: T-5 Brave Eagle | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 2 members |
| Operational range | 1,350 km (839 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 1030 km/h (640 mph) |
| Wingspan | 9 m (29.5 ft) |
| Height | 4.6 m (15.1 ft) |
| Length | 13.7 m (44.9 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m (42,651 ft) |
| Climb rate | 48.0 m/s (157.5 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 x turbojets Honeywell F124-GA-200 delivering 2835 kgf each |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Taiwan | 50 (+15) | |
All operators
🇰🇷 South Korea
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🇹🇼 Taiwan
Description
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle is a military aircraft developed by the Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI). It was designed as a supersonic advanced trainer aircraft for the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF). The aircraft is a result of a collaborative effort between KAI and the Defense Acquisition Program Administration of South Korea. It first entered service in 2018 and is primarily utilized for a variety of training purposes, including air combat maneuvering, basic flight training, jet transition training, and aerial reconnaissance. The T-5 Brave Eagle has been deployed by the ROKAF to enhance pilot training and bolster their defense capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of aircraft is the T-5 Brave Eagle?
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle is a military training aircraft aircraft developed by KAI and entered service in 2021.
What is the maximum speed of the T-5 Brave Eagle?
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle has a maximum speed of 1,030 km/h (640 mph).
What is the range of the T-5 Brave Eagle?
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle has an operational range of 1,350 km (838 miles). This range can vary based on payload, altitude, and mission profile.
When did the T-5 Brave Eagle first fly?
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle made its first flight on June 10, 2020. It entered operational service in 2021.
How many T-5 Brave Eagle have been built?
17 units of the KAI T-5 Brave Eagle have been produced since it entered service in 2021.
Which countries operate the T-5 Brave Eagle?
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle is operated by 1 countries with approximately 50 aircraft in active service. The largest operators include Taiwan.
What is the service ceiling of the T-5 Brave Eagle?
The KAI T-5 Brave Eagle has a service ceiling of 13,000 meters (42,650 feet). This is the maximum altitude at which the aircraft can maintain controlled flight.
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