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Lockheed Martin Eyeing MidEast Contracts for Supersonic T-50 Sim

The T-50’s cockpit, as seen in the simulator here at the show, is closely based on that of the latest F-16 versions. However, it is also applicable to training pilots of later fighters such as the F-35.

By David Donald • Contributor - UK

November 18, 2013

Lockheed Martin has brought its T-50 Golden Eagle simulator to Dubai to continue its promotion of the supersonic advanced trainer system in the region and particularly in the UAE. The T-50 was developed in Korea by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) working in close partnership with Lockheed Martin and is now in service with the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) in the form of the T-50 advanced trainer and TA-50 lead-in fighter/weapons trainer versions. The fully combat-capable FA-50 is due to be delivered before the end of the year to begin the replacement of the ROKAF’s Northrop F-5s.

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