It is used primarily by Air Education and Training Command for undergraduate pilot and pilot instructor training. Air Combat Command, Air Mobility Command and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration also use the T-38 in various roles. Two independent hydraulic systems power the ailerons, flaps, rudder and other flight control surfaces.
Critical components are waist high and can be easily reached by maintenance crews.
Refueling and preflight inspections are easily performed. See also related photos .