Lockheed T-33A Shooting Star The two-place T-33 jet was designed for training pilots already qualified to fly propeller-driven aircraft. It was developed from the single-seat F-80 fighter by lengthening the fuselage about three feet to accommodate a second cockpit. Originally designated the TF-80C, the T-33 made its first flight in 1948. Production continued until 1959 with 5,691 T-33s built. In addition to its use as a trainer, the T-33 has been used for such tasks as drone director and target

Ace Maker III: Greg Colyer in the T-33 brings it down the line at NAS Oceana 2025 after another thrilling performance of the classic and historic Lockheed jet trainer. #t33 #usa #jet #aviationdaily #history | Ryan Tykosh Photography

T-33 ‘Ace Maker III’ Low Speed Dirty Pass. Always loved these displays of an aircraft’s handling in the landing approach configuration, and that includes classic jets like the T-33 Shooting Star. Here Greg Colyer brings the beautiful jet down the line at Oceana and throttles up for a go around. #sound #classic #vintagestyle #jet #history | Ryan Tykosh Photography