T-37 Tweet
Crew Chief: Jim Mattison
The T-37 Tweet on the field at the Pacific Coast Air Museum.
T-37 Tweet Specifications
| Country of Origin: | USA |
| B/N or Serial Number: | 57-2341 |
| Type: | Two-seat basic trainer |
| Accommodation: | Pilot and Instructor |
| Powerplant and fuel system: | Two Continental J69-T-25 turbojets 1,025-lb thrust |
| Performance: | Maximum speed: 425 mph Cruising speed: 350 mph Range: 650 miles Service Ceiling: 35,000 ft |
| Weights: | 8,700 lbs max. |
| Dimensions: | Span 35 ft 10.5 in length 28 ft 3.25 in height 8 ft 10.5 in |
T-37 Tweet History
Cessna Aircraft Company developed the XT-37 in response to a military specification for a turbojet-powered trainer. Cessna model 318 first flew in October of 1954 and won the contract. Used primarily as a trainer, the T-37 was nicknamed the "Tweet" by its primary users, pilots in training. During the lifespan of the program, a light attack version of the aircraft, the A-37, was developed.As we get specific history information for this aircraft, we will update the site.
