British Aerospace Jetstream T.1
British Aerospace · United Kingdom · first flew 1973 · transport aircraft
The British Aerospace Jetstream T.1 is the RAF multi-engine pilot training variant of the Jetstream 31 light twin turboprop, used to introduce student pilots to turboprop operations and multi-crew procedures before they progress to front-line types.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × turboprop, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 14.37 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | T-tail |
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Spot it by:
- Twin turboprop multi-engine pilot trainer based on the Jetstream 31
- T-tail configuration distinguishes it from similar light twins
- RAF multi-engine training aircraft at Cranwell
Distinguished from similar-sized turboprop twins by its T-tail and relatively low-set straight wing; the RAF training colour scheme of white and red further identifies the T.1 variant.
Specifications
- The British Aerospace Jetstream T.1 has a length of 14.37 m (47 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 15.85 m (52 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 482 km/h (300 mph).
- Typical crew: 2 pilots + 4 student crew.
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History
The Jetstream originated as a Handley Page design in the late 1960s, revived by Scottish Aviation and then British Aerospace before evolving into the successful Jetstream 31. The RAF ordered the T.1 trainer variant in the early 1970s and it entered service at RAF Finningley and later Cranwell with No. 45 Squadron.
Variants
The T.1 was the primary RAF trainer version; the Jetstream T.2 was the Royal Navy observer trainer variant with additional mission equipment for tactical training.
Where you'll see it
The Jetstream T.1 served as the RAF's standard multi-engine trainer for over two decades, eventually being replaced by the Beechcraft King Air B200 in the multi-engine training role.
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