A group of  T-38's, returned from their lease to Taiwan.  The company I work for is going to modify, recondition, and test fly  them.  The Air Force will then put them into service at Air Training Command bases. The first aircraft is being readied for flight right now

Update  17 December, 2002:  We have the last of these T-38s on the flightline now, getting it ready for a Test Flight (FCF).

 

 

 

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My Transportation

 

 

We Call Them "Hulks."  Remains of aircraft with major damage - not to be repaired (yet).

 

Me, Installing Engine

 

Edwards AFB (Calif) Test Aircraft Going On FCF (Test Flight)

 

 

Inspecting Engine Prior To Installation

 

Getting Equipment Ready For Engine Start

 

 

Our Favorite Day Of The Week (Friday).  We Get To Install Hail Covers On The Wings And Tail Surfaces - We Do This During The Tornado & Hurricane Season.  There Can Be Upwards Of 20 Aircraft To Cover ... It's A Lot Of Hard Work!

 

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Hush House Photos

This is a building used to run aircraft engines, and perform trim and operational checks.  The aircraft is towed inside, and the doors are closed.  While running both engines in max afterburner, there is very little noise outside the building.  The aircraft is secured to the floor with cables.

 

 

 

"Must Be OK!"

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Created:  July 4, 2003