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H-72 Lakota

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The H-72 Program's objective is to develop and train the test pilots of the future in order to perform acquisition testing of the Navy’s future aircraft to meet the operational needs of today’s and future war fighters.

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NU-1B Otter / U-6A Beaver

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The NU-1B Otter is used to train test pilots in low speed aircraft handling characteristics. The U-6A Beaver is used to tow aircraft for the X-26 Frigate sailplane.

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T-38 Talon

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The T-38 Talon is a twin-engine, high-altitude, supersonic jet trainer used in a variety of roles because of its design, economy of operations, ease of maintenance, high performance, and exceptional safety record.

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X-26A Frigate Glider

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The X-26A is a two-seat, high performance glider used to train pilots in flying qualities at the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School at Patuxent River, Md. These aircraft are used to increase the students' knowledge of the dynamics of flight.

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