Beechcraft Hawker 400
Summary
| Category | Training aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| First flight | 29 August 1978 |
| Year of introduction | 1978 |
| Number produced | 951 units |
| Average unit price | $7.4 million |
Description
The Beechcraft Hawker 400 is a military aircraft primarily used for surveillance and reconnaissance missions. Developed by Beechcraft Corporation, this aircraft was introduced as a lightweight, twin-engine jet with advanced avionics and navigation systems. Designed to operate in various weather conditions, the Hawker 400 features a durable airframe and reliable engines, ensuring optimal performance and range. With its adaptable design, this aircraft can effectively carry out missions such as aerial surveillance, intelligence gathering, and maritime patrol. The Hawker 400 has seen deployment in various armed forces across the globe, proving its capabilities in fulfilling crucial military operations.
Technical specifications
| Version: T-1A Jayhawk | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 860 km/h (534 mph) |
| Wing area | 22.4 m² (241.4 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 13.3 m (43.5 ft) |
| Height | 4.2 m (13.9 ft) |
| Length | 14.8 m (48.4 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 13716 m (45000 ft) |
| Empty weight | 4559 kg (10051 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7303 kg (16100 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 19.2 m/s (63.0 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turbojets Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5B delivering 1315 kgp |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
United States | 178 | |
|
Japan | 13 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.