Show your respect for the iconic T-38 Talon Aircraft with this bold and vivid wall flag, perfect for any aviation collection. This 36″ x 60″ top quality wall flag is perfect for offices, hangars, man caves, or barracks. Made in the U.S.A. and 100% veteran owned and operated. See more images and price at T-38 Talon Flag.
Aircraft Description
T-38 Aircraft Wall Flag
USAF Supersonic Jet Trainer
Our T-38 Talon Aircraft Flag embodies the spirit of aviation excellence, symbolizing strength, reliability, and cutting-edge performance. Capture that legacy with our detailed T-38 Talon Aircraft Flag Aircraft Flag from Custom Flag Nation. Designed for proud mechanics, aviators, veterans, and aviation enthusiasts, this flag is a bold tribute to the power of flight.
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Each flag is printed on durable, high-quality fabric that looks great indoors in your home, hangar, or office, and can stand up to light outdoor use as well. It’s a meaningful way to showcase your connection to military aviation and the vital missions this aircraft makes possible.
Looking for something unique and meaningful to send to your deployed military member? These make great deployment gifts to receive downrange in their care packages from home. They are a lasting reminder of home, squadron pride, and mission success. Need a retirement or PCS gift idea? These flags are a perfect solution to your problem! And if you need the perfect retirement or PCS gift, this fits the bill!
Proudly offered by Custom Flag Nation and sold through our Etsy shop at Hangar 2A Merch — a veteran-owned business committed to honoring those who serve.
- 100% polyester
- Knitted fabric
- Fabric weight: 4.42 oz/yd² (150 g/m²)
- Print on one side
- Blank reverse side
- 2 metal grommets
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T-38 Aircraft Overview and History
The Northrop T-38 Talon is a twin-engine, high-altitude, supersonic jet trainer aircraft used primarily by the United States Air Force (USAF) for advanced pilot training. First flown in 1959 and entering service in 1961, the T-38 holds the distinction of being the world’s first supersonic trainer and remains in widespread use more than six decades later. It has played a central role in preparing generations of U.S. and allied fighter and bomber pilots.
Powered by two General Electric J85-GE-5 turbojet engines, the T-38 can reach speeds of over Mach 1.3 (858 mph or 1,381 km/h) and has a service ceiling of 55,000 feet (16,765 meters). It is 46 feet long with a wingspan of 25 feet and can fly over 1,000 nautical miles with external fuel tanks. Its excellent thrust-to-weight ratio, agile handling, and fast acceleration make it ideal for simulating the performance characteristics of modern frontline combat aircraft.
The T-38 is operated by a crew of two—an instructor pilot in the rear and a student in the front. It features a tandem-seat cockpit, clear bubble canopy for visibility, and dual flight controls. While the aircraft is relatively simple compared to modern fighters, its performance envelope allows pilots to train in formation flying, high-altitude flight, supersonic speeds, and aerobatics, making it a vital stepping stone before transitioning to aircraft like the F-15, F-16, F-22, and B-2.
The U.S. Air Force uses the T-38 primarily through its Air Education and Training Command (AETC), as part of the Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) program. The Air Force Test Pilot School and NASA also use the T-38 for training and chase plane duties. NASA astronauts have flown T-38s extensively for high-performance flight proficiency and as part of their pre-mission training regimen.
Over the years, the T-38 fleet has undergone significant upgrades to remain viable. The T-38C variant includes glass cockpit avionics, GPS navigation, inertial guidance systems, and structural reinforcements to extend its service life. The aircraft has also benefited from new ejection seats, digital flight instrumentation, and updated safety systems.
Though slated to be replaced in the coming years by the Boeing-Saab T-7A Red Hawk, the T-38 continues to serve as a cornerstone of USAF pilot training. Its impressive longevity is a testament to its robust design, efficiency, and adaptability across decades of service.
The T-38 Talon has trained tens of thousands of aviators and remains a respected symbol of American pilot development, bridging the gap between classroom and combat cockpit with unmatched performance in a training aircraft.