T-45 Goshawk

The T-45 Goshawk is a carrier-capable jet trainer aircraft used primarily by the United States Navy for training pilots to operate on aircraft carriers. It is a modified version of the British BAE Hawk, adapted to meet the specific needs of carrier-based operations. The T-45 is used to teach pilots how to handle high-speed, carrier-based jet operations, including takeoffs, landings, and basic maneuvering in a variety of conditions. It's also equipped with advanced avionics and flight simulation systems to ensure the trainees can transition to more complex aircraft later on, such as the F/A-18 Hornet or the F-35 Lightning II.