The iconic T-38 jets flown by astronauts just got a spiffy new look
Summary
NASA has given one of its T-38 jets a new paint design to celebrate its Artemis program, which aims to return astronauts to the Moon. The jet’s new look features black, white, blue, and red colors along with the Artemis logo and a picture of the Moon.Key Facts
- The T-38 Talon is a supersonic two-seat trainer jet NASA has used since 1962.
- NASA’s Johnson Space Center currently operates 14 active T-38 jets.
- Most T-38 jets have a classic blue stripe paint design used for decades.
- The new Artemis-themed paint on jet N924NA was created by pilot Sean Brady.
- The paint scheme includes black and white colors with blue and red stripes and Artemis logos.
- Artemis III astronauts, including Andre Douglas, praised the new jet design.
- Artemis III mission is planned for no earlier than June 2027 to test lunar landing technologies.
- NASA plans to have astronauts land on the Moon again by Artemis IV around 2028 and eventually set up a Moon base.
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