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McDonnell Douglas T-45A Goshawk 163604
United States Navy - McDonnell Douglas T-45A Goshawk 163604 (MSN A006, call-sign 204'), of TW-2 at NAS Kingsville, Texas. Date: circa 2000
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Call Sign Goshawk Kingsville Mcdonnell T 45a Texas Tw 2 Douglas
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This photograph showcases the McDonnell Douglas T-45A Goshawk, specifically aircraft number 163604 (MSN A006), assigned to Tactical Training Wing 2 (TW-2) at Naval Air Station (NAS) Kingsville, Texas, around the turn of the millennium. The United States Navy (USN) T-45A Goshawk is a twin-engine, two-seat, supersonic jet trainer, designed and manufactured by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing Defense, Space & Security). The T-45A Goshawk, with its distinctive angular design and striking red and white paint scheme, is seen here taxing on the tarmac, ready for its next mission. The call sign "204" is emblazoned on the fuselage, indicating its affiliation with TW-2. The T-45A is a versatile training platform, used to prepare USN pilots for the rigors of carrier-based flight operations. It is capable of reaching supersonic speeds and can simulate various flight conditions, making it an essential asset in the USN's aviation training program. NAS Kingsville, located in south-central Texas, is the primary site for USN training in the T-34 Mentor, T-34B Twin Mentor, T-2 Buckeye, T-45 Goshawk, and TH-57 Sea Ranger aircraft. The base's unique geographical location, with its consistent weather patterns and diverse terrain, provides an ideal environment for training future naval aviators. This photograph, from The Tony Lovelock Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the world of USN aviation and the vital role that the McDonnell Douglas T-45A Goshawk plays in preparing the next generation of pilots for the challenges of military flight operations.
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