NATOPS - Aircraft Overview

Question 1

What model engine does the T-45C have?

Answer 1

Rolls Royce F405-RR-401 turbofan engine

Question 2

What is the T-45C’s Sea level static thrust rating?

Answer 2

5,527 pounds

Question 3

How is the T-45C engine started?

Answer 3

With a pair of 24V batteries and a Gas Turbine Starter (GTS)

Question 4

How much dihedral does the T-45C wing have?

Answer 4

2 degrees

Question 5

What type of high lift devices does the T-45C have?

Answer 5

Full span leading edge slats and double slotted trailing edge flaps

Question 6

How much anhederal does the stabilator have?

Answer 6

10 degrees

Question 7

What control surfaces are hydraulically powered?

Answer 7

All control surfaces except the rudder

Question 8

What provides emergency hydraulic power to the flight

controls in cases of engine or hydraulic pump failure?

Answer 8

The Ram Air Turbine (RAT)

Question 9

What type of struts does the main landing gear have?

Answer 9

Conventional shock struts on a trailing arm layout (Trailing Link)

Question 10

How many external store stations are there?

Answer 10

Two wing pylons for training weapons, and a centerline station for an external baggage container

Question 11

Describe the canopy.

Answer 11

single, side hinged, manually operated canopy

Question 12

What type of ejection seat does the T-45C have?

Answer 12

Martin-Baker Navy Aircrew Common Ejection Seat (NACES)

Question 13

What is the zero-fuel (operating) weight of the T-45C (including trapped fuel, oil, and two air-crew)?

Answer 13

10,560 pounds

Question 14

What speed is the T-45C capable of in level flight at 30,000’?

Answer 14

.85 Mach

Question 15

What type of fuel tank does the T-45C have?

Answer 15

An integral wing tank and fuselage bag tank

Question 16

What is the wingspan?

Answer 16

30’ 10”

Question 17

What is the aircraft length?

Answer 17

39’ 4”