T-38 Talon Poster - Advanced Jet Trainer

The Northrop T-38 Talon entered service in 1961 as the world's first supersonic trainer and remains in active US Air Force service today, making it one of the longest-serving aircraft in the American military inventory and among the longest-serving jet trainers anywhere. Sleek, twin-engine, and capable of exceeding Mach 1.2, the T-38 provides advanced jet training for Air Force pilots destined for bomber, tanker, reconnaissance, and airlift aircraft, and serves as the companion trainer for U-2 Dragon Lady pilots who fly alongside the demanding single-seat reconnaissance aircraft. NASA also operates a fleet of T-38s for astronaut proficiency flying.

Over 1,100 T-38s were built, and despite decades of proposals to replace it, the aircraft has proven extraordinarily durable. A T-38 Pacer Classic upgrade program modernized avionics and airframe systems, and further upgrades continue. The Air Force has pursued a T-7A Red Hawk replacement program to eventually field a modern advanced jet trainer, but T-38 retirements are expected to be gradual as the T-7A achieves operational capability. The Talon's longevity reflects both the robustness of the original design and the difficulty of procuring replacement training systems within constrained defense budgets.

Our prints are museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper. They add a wonderful accent to your room or office and are sure to brighten any environment.

• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 189 g/m²
• Opacity: 94%
• ISO brightness: 104%
• Paper is sourced from Japan

We print your poster especially for you once you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Printing our posters on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction. Thank you for your understanding and making thoughtful purchasing decisions!