T-2C BuckeyeRockwell T 2C Buckeye airplane model. The T 2C Buckeye is used for intermediate and advanced training for Navy and Marine Corps pilots and Naval Flight Officers in training for jet carrier aviation and tactical strike missions. Designed in the mid 1950s to use proven technologies wherever possible, it shares its wing with the FJ 1 Fury, one of the Navy's earliest jet fighters. The tandem cockpit arrangement and slightly elevated rear cockpit gives the

The F7U was the last aircraft designed by Rex Beisel

Built in 1936-38

A major advantage was the wider stance the aircraft had

service ceiling of 18

and communications platform to lead U

Wingspan 10 1/2 inches

Wingspan 10

The StarLifter began squadron operation with MAC in April 1965

This modification was successful and provided the USAAF with a night fighter having a top speed of 406 mph at 15

but more than 100 were diverted or direct delivered to other nations

It will always be remembered for its extensive service during the Vietnam War

including tanks and other armored vehicles