BAC (British Aircraft Corporation) Jet Provost T.5

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09 Aug 2026 · © Unknown

Underbelly pass of a classic BAC Jet Provost T.5 in RAF trainer livery—iconic 1960s British jet trainer.

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Aircraft

Jet Provost T.5 BAE JT5

RAF Red/White Trainer Scheme

XW324

Registration

Airline

Royal Air Force (RAF), UK (former)

Manufacturer

BAC (British Aircraft Corporation)

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

5 badges earned

Photo grade

Silver

Score: 85.0

Unique underside angle and bold training livery pop well against the clear blue sky.

Insights

Aviation History

Primary jet trainer of the Royal Air Force from the 1950s–1990s; replaced piston trainers

Fleet Rarity

Rare; only a small number preserved and flying, retired from RAF service

Record Flights

No significant record flights; mainly used for training and display teams

Safety & Events

Common in RAF flying training and at UK airshows; some used by Red Pelicans/Red Arrows in early years.

Future Outlook

Most airworthy examples are privately owned and operated or in museums

Specifications

Armstrong Siddeley Viper Mk 202 turbojet

Engine

10.77 meters

Wingspan

10.82 meters

Length

1,400 kilometers

Range

695 kilometers per hour

Speed

2 (crew: student and instructor)

Capacity

3,311 kilograms

MTOW

3.7 meters

Height

1,750 lbf (7.8 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 2/3, varies; typically 100-115 dB for engine runup

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