North American Aviation T-28 Trojan

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04 May 2026 · © AviatorShots81

A classic North American T-28 Trojan in U.S. Navy livery, captured in crisp flight against a vivid blue sky. 11.10.2017

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Aircraft

T-28 Trojan T28B

U.S. Navy historical trainer livery

N187GH

Registration

Airline

U.S. Navy (historical, not a commercial airline)

Manufacturer

North American Aviation

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Location

Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field

NPA/KNPA

30.3527, -87.3186

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Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman Field NPA

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The North American T-28 Trojan was a key U.S. military trainer in the 1950s and 60s and saw service as a light attack aircraft in Vietnam and other conflicts.

Fleet Rarity

As a classic warbird, only a few hundred remain airworthy worldwide.

Record Flights

Not known for long-range flights, mostly used as a trainer and light attack aircraft.

Safety & Events

Some T-28s were used in combat in Vietnam and by other countries, sometimes lost in combat. Now popular as a warbird at airshows.

Future Outlook

Mostly privately owned and flown at airshows or preserved in museums.

Specifications

Wright R-1820-86 radial engine

Engine

12.22 meters

Wingspan

10.06 meters

Length

1,060 kilometers

Range

369 kilometers per hour

Speed

2 (pilot instructor)

Capacity

3,856 kilograms

MTOW

3.86 meters

Height

1,425 hp (1,063 kW) (horsepower, not jet thrust)

Thrust

Approx. 105 dB(A) external; pre-ICAO modern standards

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