The Lockheed T-33A Shooting Star had quite a useful career, despite it's WW 2 lineage. The aircraft began as the TF-80 training variant of the original P-80 jet fighter. The T-33A followed the basic straight, low wing design of the TF-80 with a its two seat configuration for instructor and pilot, lengthened fuselage, and an Allison turbojet engine. The distinctive wingtip tanks were necessary to feed the thirsty turbojet, and gave the T-33 a range of 1,275 miles with a speed of 600 mph. The modified p-80 design proved to be ably fitted to its new trainer configuration, and was produced in a number of variants. The T-33 was used as a trainer by the US Navy till 1970, and by the USAF as a trainer, with variants also serving as reconnaissance and ground attack platforms. The Canadian Canadair company produced the TC-33A "Silver Star" under license from Lockheed and was used extensively as an export to many world air forces. The Hellenic Air Force of Greece continued to use the T-33A in service until it was retired officially in 1990. A truly classic bird! it brings back memories of the tv show "Steve Canyon". T-33A "Shooting Star: Beautifully and masterfully modeled, and generously shared for free at sharecg by Pedro Caparros. Thank you very much Pedro. Another great model for the roster. Airfield: Polygon Intl Airport by 2dWorld here at Rendo with some modifications. Camo Hangars by Tafkah, available at Ontarget, free. Radar, vehicles, and antennae: Excellent low poly airport models also generously available for free at sharecg by BS2001. Pilots: Yes, they are there, Epici low poly enemy soldier available at Rendo, with gear from here and there. C4d6CE+, PoserPr02014, Vue6Infinite, PS Cs3