British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) BAC Strikemaster Mk.88

13 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

BAC Strikemaster Mk.88 NZ6373 in classic RNZAF camouflage, preserved in a museum—an iconic Cold War jet trainer and light attack aircraft.

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Aircraft

BAC Strikemaster Mk.88 BAC167

Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) camouflage

NZ6373

Registration

Airline

Royal New Zealand Air Force

Manufacturer

British Aircraft Corporation (BAC)

Gear

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Insights

Aviation History

One of the BAC Strikemasters operated by the RNZAF for training and light attack. The Strikemaster was extensively used as a jet trainer during the Cold War era.

Fleet Rarity

Retired from active service; only a handful survive in museums or civilian hands worldwide.

Record Flights

No major record-setting flights, but served in diverse environments and light-attack roles.

Safety & Events

A handful of minor training accidents in worldwide service; several Strikemasters have been involved in airshow flying as warbirds.

Future Outlook

This airframe is preserved in a museum.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Viper 535 turbojet

Engine

11.12 m

Wingspan

9.43 m

Length

2,200 km

Range

705 km/h

Speed

2 (student pilot and instructor)

Capacity

5,443 kg

MTOW

3.66 m

Height

16.89 kN

Thrust

Around 100 dB (no specific ICAO stage — military jet)

Noise