TA-50 Golden Eagle
Type: Trainer / Light Attack
Domain: air
Country of Origin: South Korea
Manufacturer: Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI)
Overview
Combat-capable advanced jet trainer and light attack aircraft, the tactical variant of Korea's highly successful T-50 supersonic trainer family. Bridges the gap between advanced training and operational combat with a full weapons delivery capability including precision-guided munitions, air-to-air missiles, and a 20mm internal gun. Features a Lockheed Martin-derived tandem cockpit with glass displays, hands-on throttle-and-stick (HOTAS), embedded training system, and tactical datalink. Powered by a single GE F404-102 engine. The T-50 family (T-50, TA-50, FA-50) has been one of Asia's most successful military aerospace programmes with over 200 aircraft produced. Used by the Republic of Korea Air Force as the primary lead-in fighter trainer with secondary light attack tasking, preparing pilots for transition to F-16 and KF-21 frontline fighters.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2 (tandem) |
|---|---|
| engine | GE F404-GE-102 turbofan, 7,700 kgf |
| armament | 20mm M61A1 Vulcan, AIM-9 Sidewinder training missiles, 5 hardpoints |
| length_m | 13.1 |
| range_km | 1851 |
| weight_kg | 6470 |
| wingspan_m | 9.5 |
| max_speed_kmh | 1837 |
| service_ceiling_m | 14630 |
Operators
- Indonesia
- South Korea
- Thailand
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