BAE Systems (formerly British Aerospace) Hawk T1

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18 Mar 2026 · © Matt wood

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Aircraft

Hawk T1 HAWK

Royal Air Force Red Arrows display team livery

XX278

Registration

Airline

Royal Air Force (Red Arrows)

Manufacturer

BAE Systems (formerly British Aerospace)

Gear

iPhone 17 pro max

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Location

Near end of runway

RAF Coningsby · QCY/EGXC

53.0930, -0.1660

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RAF Coningsby QCY

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The BAE Systems Hawk T1 is the iconic jet trainer and display aircraft for the RAF Red Arrows aerobatic team since 1979.

Fleet Rarity

1 of approximately 12 Hawk T1s operated by the Red Arrows at present (as of early 2024).

Record Flights

Famous for international aerobatic displays rather than record flights.

Safety & Events

Red Arrows Hawks have participated in thousands of displays worldwide; several non-fatal incidents throughout decades of operation.

Future Outlook

Set for retirement and replacement in coming years; some may be preserved.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Turbomeca Adour Mk 151 turbofan

Engine

9.94 m

Wingspan

11.86 m

Length

2,520 km (with drop tanks)

Range

800 km/h

Speed

2 (crew)

Capacity

5,700 kg

MTOW

3.98 m

Height

25.0 kN (5,700 lbf)

Thrust

Approximately 110-120 dB during takeoff (no specific ICAO stage as military jet)

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