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BAe CT-155 HAWK
The BAE Systems CT-155 Hawk aircraft in NFTC colours (Photo Bob Hurst)
Student pilots in the NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) program selected for jet training will transit from the CT-156 Harvard II to the CT-155 Hawk, and will continue to train at 15 Wing Moose Jaw. In addition, the Hawk will be used at 4 Wing Cold Lake during the fourth phase of jet pilot training.
The BAE Systems Hawk 115 was selected for its similarities to sophisticated front-line fighter aircraft. Its principle features include: an advanced glass cockpit with a Heads Up Display (HUD); a multi-function display, hands-on throttle and stick controls; integrated navigation & weapon aiming systems; and a high-powered turbofan engine. It is considered one of the most advanced trainers ever built. With its advanced technology, the Hawk is capable of performing a wide range of combat missions, translating into a cost-effective bottom line for pilot training In Canada. Student pilots will spend 80 hours training on the Hawk in Moose Jaw, followed by an additional 45 hours in the Fighter Lead-In program in Cold Lake. At this stage, pilots will be ready to join 410 Squadron, the Operational Training Unit, which flies CF-18 Hornets.
| Manufacturer: | British Aerospace Systems |
| Crew/Passengers: | two pilots in tandem |
| Power Plant: | one 5,900 lb Rolls-Royce Mk 871 Adour turbofan engine |
| Performance: | Max Speed: 620 mph (1000 km/h) Service Ceiling: 46,000 ft (14,021 m) |
| Weights: | Empty: 9,700 lb ( 4,400 kg) Gross: 20,062 lb ( 9,100 kg) |
| Dimensions: | Span: 32 ft 7 in (9.94 m) Length: 40 ft 7 in (12.43 m) Height: 13 ft 1 in ( 3.98 m) Wing Area: 180 sq ft (16.69 sq m) |
| Armament: | none but provisions for under-wing drop tanks, rockets, missiles, practice bombs and under-fuselage gun pod |
| Cost: | Leased from Bombardier |
