Beech YT-34 Mentor (8402)

This aircraft was a primary pilot trainer replacement for the T-6 Texan. Beginning in the early 1950s, it was used by both the USAF and the USN. It is an excellent aerobatic aircraft and can be seen at airshows This plane saw service at the three bases in Texas: Randolph, Goodfellow and James Connally. It has a maximum speed of 191 MPH and a ceiling of 20,000 feet. Some Navy T-34s were converted to more powerful turboprop engines, improving performance.