BAE Systems Hawk T1

01 Dec 2025 · © Unknown

The color scheme, smoke, and roundels are characteristic of the Red Arrows, one of the world's most renowned military display teams.

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Aviation History

The Hawk T1 is most famous as the mount of the RAF Red Arrows, the UK's aerobatic display team, and is iconic at airshows worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Uncommon in Red Arrows livery; less than 20 in display service.

Record Flights

Participates in 100s of public and royal events, but typically not used for world-distance records.

Safety & Events

No major public incidents with Red Arrows display Hawks; used in high-profile demonstrations internationally.

Future Outlook

Red Arrows plan to replace/upgrade the Hawk in coming years, but still operational as of 2024.

Rolls-Royce Turbomeca Adour MK 151 or 851

Engine

9.39 m

Wingspan

11.86 m

Length

2,520 km

Range

800 km/h

Speed

2 (pilot + instructor/passenger)

Capacity

5,700 kg

MTOW

3.98 m

Height

24.5 kN (5,500 lbf)

Thrust

Approx 110 dB (no specific ICAO civil noise, as it is military)

Noise

Exact variant and year unconfirmed due to angle/markings; registration not visible.