North American Aviation T-6 Texan (Harvard)

13 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

A beautifully preserved North American T-6 Texan (also known as Harvard) advanced trainer, as used in WWII pilot training within the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan.

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Aircraft

T-6 Texan (Harvard) T6

British Commonwealth Air Training Plan military training scheme colors

Manufacturer

North American Aviation

Gear

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Insights

Aviation History

Famous WWII-era advanced trainer, used by allied air forces throughout WWII and beyond; thousands trained on the type.

Fleet Rarity

Now relatively rare in airworthy condition but still a popular warbird for airshows; thousands built, but most are museum pieces or privately owned.

Record Flights

None significant for record flights; widely used for training pilots in Commonwealth countries and the US.

Safety & Events

No major commercial incidents, but has featured in various aviation displays and airshows globally.

Future Outlook

Museum display, preserved as historic artifact/warbird.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney R-1340 Wasp radial

Engine

12.81 m

Wingspan

8.84 m

Length

1,166 km

Range

207 km/h

Speed

2 (student instructor)

Capacity

2,548 kg

MTOW

3.58 m

Height