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More Than An Aircraft

It’s The Most Advanced Integrated Training System

OPERATIONALLY PROVEN
30,000+ A Globally Proven Training System
The number of civil,
military & training aircraft Israel Italy
that Leonardo Aircraft has OVER
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30 aircraft 18 aircraft
designed, manufactured, (>21,000 FH) (>7,500 FH)
delivered & supported
since 1913. YEARS
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12 aircraft 12 aircraft
(>8,500 FH) (>600 FH)

Production Rate Up To With the T-100, the next generation of fighter pilots will
4 Aircraft Per Month train on the world’s most advanced, fifth generation and
customer-proven integrated training system.

MORE AMERICAN JOBS

With our partners and extensive supplier
base, Thousands of American jobs will
be created across the USA to build the
most advanced integrated pilot training
system in the world for the US Air Force
T-X Program. Making it the right choice
not only for our pilots, but for our country,
today and in the future.

Engineering, Production,
2,000,000 sq. ft. High-Tech, & Other
Construction of a new Manufacturing Career Opportunities
Moton Field,
Facility in Tuskegee, Alabama
Home of the Tuskegee Airmen

SAFETY & EFFICIENCY

Student Pilots develop knowledge, skills and practices in the T-100 twin-engine, tandem-seat,
next generation advanced jet trainer that operates with low fuel consumption and maintenance costs. LOW
F124 Twin-Shaft Characteristics which make the T-100 an extremely safe aircraft for student pilots: OPERATING
Turbofan Engines
Carefree handling & Transonic Flight CO$T
Envelope High Thrust/Weight ratio
High Rate of Climb Ground Proximity Warning Features:
System (GPWS) & Pilot Fuel Consumption, &
Activated Recovery Maintenance
Twin engine configuration for System (PARS)
power, system redundancy,
safety and reliability. The F124
engine is significantly more
fuel-efficient and the Full
SAFETY
With More Than Authority Digital Engine Features:
Controls provide Twin Engine,
1 MILLION
Four channel fly-by-wire flight
care-free operation. control system 4-Channel Flight Control,
Operating Hours Redundant Design,
On Various Aircraft Low wing loading providing GPWS & PARS
excellent maneuverability and agility

INTEGRATED PILOT TRAINING SYSTEM

A complete integrated training system made up of both products and services on the ground and in the air.
Ground Based Training System
More than 120,000 civil and military
60 pilots and aircrew trained every year.

YEARS
Training Pilots
Inflight Embedded
Classroom
Tactical Training
Instruction
Simulation

Training Pilots
for USAF
From To T-X Program
STUDENTS Supporting the Entire Pilot Training Syllabus PILOTS

TEAM
T-100 Integrated
Training System T-100: MORE THAN AN AIRCRAFT
T-100: MORE THAN AN AIRCRAFT
The T-100 is a two-engine, tandem-seat, next
generation advanced jet trainer, key element of
a family of systems designed to enable student
pilots to develop the knowledge, skills and habits
required of a combat aircraft pilot.
The T-100 is purpose-designed for a wide range of
training missions, long-term reliability and cost-
effective operations. These characteristics – along
with its in-service proven Integrated Training
System (ITS) solution comprised of Simulators and
Ground Based Training devices, include the most
advanced and already operational Live, Virtual,
Constructive environment in the world – make the
T-100 ITS a low-cost, low-risk, and proven solution
to train today’s next generation military pilots.
The updated cockpit avionics with the latest
Large Area Display (LAD) and the advanced
mission management suite offered by the T-100’s
Embedded Tactical Training Simulation (ETTS),
make the T-100 truly representative of the 5th
generation combat aircraft.
The T-100 exposes student pilots to the
performance and handling qualities experienced in
5th generation fighters, while managing the flow
of information and associated tasks to operate in a
modern network centric combat environment.
Key attributes include:
• Carefree handling capabilities throughout the flight
envelope
• ETTS for advanced Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground training
• Live Virtual Constructive networking capability
• Two latest generation “0-0” capability ejection seats
complying with the stringent APT FOS requirements
• Front and rear cockpit Head-Up Displays with 5th
generation fighters’ symbology
• Two independent Helmet Mounted Displays (provision
for)
• Two Large Area Displays
• NVG capability
• Comfortable environment and wide Field of View in both
cockpits
• No scheduled depot-level structural inspections
• In service with the air forces of Israel, Singapore, Italy
and Poland
Weights
Ramp, Clean (2 standard pilots) 15,870 lb (7.200 kg)
Ramp, Maximum 21,200 lb (9.600 kg)
Powerplant
Engines, turbofan 2 Honeywell/
ITEC F124-GA-200
Thrust, Maximum, SLS, ISA 2x6, 280 lb (2x2850 kg)
Performance
Maximum level Speed 590 KTAS
Limit speed 572 KEAS / 1.15 Mach
Rate of Climb, Max
(SL, 100% fuel) 24,000 ft/min
Sustained Turn Rate, Max
(15,000 ft, 50% fuel) 12.9 deg/s
Sustained Load Factor, Max
(SL, 50% fuel) 8g
Service ceiling 45,000 ft
Take-off Ground Run
(SL, 100% fuel, no wind, no slope) 1,300 ft (400 m)
Landing Ground Roll
(SL, 20% fuel, no wind, no slope) 2,150 ft (655 m)
Limit Load Factors +8 / -3 g
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INTEGRATED TRAINING SYSTEM

INTRODUCING THE TRAINER OF THE FUTURE

The T-100 is more than just an aircraft. It’s a turnkey

solution for the U.S. Air Force’s T-X program offering a
high performance, mature state-of-the-art solution at an
affordable acquisition and sustainment cost.

The T-100 Integrated Training System (ITS) Family-

of-Systems (FoS) is a low risk solution because it is
based on the certified Aermacchi M-346 aircraft that
is operational with four Air Forces, includes proven
Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) training capability,
and provides a safe solution due to a high level of
redundancy, including a twin-engine configuration.

Team T-100 is led by Leonardo DRS and has been

developing and delivering pilot training systems for 60
years. This team is composed of Leonardo Aircraft who
provides the aircraft and integrated training system, CAE
USA providing the ground-based training simulators,
and Honeywell for engines and related systems.

We’re proud to be the only T-X competitor building

a new, green field, U.S. aircraft manufacturing facility.
This facility will be built in cooperation with the State
of Alabama in Tuskegee. For years to come, the T-100
will bring high-tech jobs in aircraft manufacturing and
training systems to America. Making it the right choice
not only for our pilots, but for our country, today and in
the future.
PROVEN HIGH PERFORMANCE A FAMILY OF SYSTEMS FOR TRAINING
TRAINING SYSTEM FOR
The T-100 Integrated Training System is conceived
TACTICAL FIGHTERS
as a Family of Systems for advanced pilot training
including:
The T-100 is a twin-engine, tandem-seat, next
generation advanced jet trainer, and a central element
• Aircraft with built-in Embedded Tactical Training
of the Family of Systems for Air Pilot Training. The
Simulation (ETTS)
system is designed to place the student pilot in the
• Synthetic training (Weapons System Trainer and
environment of the latest generation fighters in order
Operational Flight Trainer)
to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to fly
• Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) training
modern 4th and 5th generation high performance
environment (to link flight simulators with
combat aircraft.
the aircraft)
• Interactive Multimedia Instruction (Computer Aided
The T-100 Integrated Training System is designed
Instruction and Computer Based Training including
to accommodate a robust training curriculum and
Desktop Simulators)
provides long-term reliability and cost-effective
• Mission Planning (Mission Support Station to plan
operations. The system includes Synthetic and
training missions to create simulated scenarios and
Academic training devices offering the operator the
to support Briefing and De-briefing phases)
flexibility to perform Live, Virtual, and Constructive
• Ground Support Station (to provide integrated
training scenarios. The T-100 Integrated Training
communication, command and control for T-100 ITS
System is the best solution to train the next
mission operation)
generation of fighter pilots.
• Graduate Training Integration Management System
(GTIMS)
The T-100 performance and embedded training
• Integrated Logistic Support
capability maximize teaching effectiveness through
the download of training events from the Formal
Training Unit. This provides significant savings in
operational training costs preserving the service life
of front line fighters.

The T-100 aircraft is designed to meet the rigorous

training demand of the U.S. Air Force (USAF). The
Integrated Training System leverages the proven
Leonardo Aermacchi M-346 design but specifically
designed to meet the USAF specification through
incorporation of world class industry technology to
provide USAF with the capability it needs today to
meet the requirements of tomorrow.
MAIN FEATURES
Airframe
• Damage tolerant designed structure with 25%
more service life than the USAF requirement
• Large use of composite materials
Engines & Fuel System
• Two interchangeable modular Honeywell/
ITEC F124-GA-200, dry turbofan engines with
FADEC
• An APU to provide autonomous engine start,
electrical and pneumatic power
• Single point pressure refueling/defueling
system
• Provision for aerial refueling receptacle
installation (UARRSI)
Crew Escape
• Two latest generation “0-0” capability ejection
seats complying with the stringent USAF
accommodation requirements
Flight Control System
• Four channel, Full Authority Digital Fly-by-Wire
system, self-reconfigurable in case of failure,
with Autopilot and Flight Director functions
• Variable camber wing to allow high Lift/Drag
ratio, buffet penetration in high subsonic region
• Leading Edge eXtension (LEX) to enhance the
aircraft’s high Angle of Attack characteristics
• Commensurate with the student experience,
three carefree modes can be selected reducing
performance in terms of maximum AoA, Load
Factor and Roll Rate
AVIONICS
• Dual mission computer configuration
• A 20 x 8 in. Large Area Displays (LAD) in each
cockpit
• Digital Wave Guided Low Profile Head-Up Display
(HUD)
• Hands On Throttle And Stick (HOTAS) controls
• Integrated central Audio Warning
• Get Home Display, for back up flight data
• Night Vision Device compatible
• Two independent Helmet Mounted Displays
(provision for)
• Voice command (provision for)
• Two V/UHF radios
• IFF transponder (ADS-B In/Out capability)
• TCAS II
• Embedded GPS/Inertial navigation system and
Radar altimeter (EGIR)
• Radio-Aided mode, based on TACAN and
VOR/ ILS/MB
• RVSM capable
• Digital Moving Map
• Avionics Integrated Stores Management System
• High capacity Digital Video Data Recording
• Aircraft Diagnostic System
EMBEDDED TACTICAL TRAINING
SYSTEM (ETTS)

The T-100 ITS ETTS provides both advanced

embedded training and Live-Virtual-Constructive
(LVC) capabilities that integrate aircraft, Ground
Based Training System (GBTS) simulators and
Computer Generated Forces (CGF).

ETTS provides both students and instructors with the

following on-board simulations:

• A tactical scenario (digital map with threats

and targets)
• Presence of realistic Computer Generated Forces
(friend and foe)
• On-board sensors (such as multimode Fire Control
Radar, targeting pod and active/passive electronic
countermeasures)
• Weapons, including specific symbology and
delivery parameters
• Live, Virtual, Constructive capability to link aircraft
with flight simulators

ETTS functions can support Stand Alone (flying

a single-ship mission) or Multi-Ship networked
operations, with aircraft and simulators networked
via a dedicated Training Datalink to exchange
Tactical Scenario data with other participants.
T-100: MASTER IN TRAINING

Due to its, proven in-service, advanced Fighter

Trainer capabilities and high performance, the T-100
ITS enables student pilots to accomplish all their
training tasks.

Among the characteristics which make the T-100 the

safest aircraft for student pilots are:

• Carefree handling (stick, pedals and throttle) in

the whole flight envelope
• Quad-redundant Fly-by-Wire Flight
Control System
• Pilot Activated Recovery System (PARS)
• Twin-engine configuration (stall/surge resistant
with auto-relight)
• Redundant Hydraulic, Electrical and
Air Data systems
• Fire detection and suppression system
• Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS)
• Low wing loading providing more margin for error

Thanks to low fuel consumption (non-afterburning

engines ), T-100 high training endurance keeps costs
down and is best tailored to the training mission’s
duration to deliberately perform the required
training syllabus objectives, in a more effective and
efficient way.
HIGH PERFORMING AIRCRAFT
The T-100 exposes student pilots to the agility and
flight characteristics experienced in front line 5th
generation fighters and to the flow of information
required to easily manage a modern network
centric combat environment.
THE BEST SOLUTION FOR THE MOST
DEMANDING AIR FORCES
The T-100 is an evolution of the proven,
in-service Leonardo M-346. The system is currently
operating in Israel, Singapore, Italy and Poland.

Key attributes include:

• Full controllability at High Angle of Attack

• High rate of climb
• High speed and maneuverability
• High G maneuvering
• High thrust to weight ratio
• High-end, net-centric communication suite
• Full network capable LVC environment
Israel: “The new trainers [M-346 Lavi] have provided
manifold advantages and take [pilot] training much
more forward. It has met all our expectations and
more. The aspects of the flight performance, its
specifications, the capabilities it has, the savings in
jet fuel, the safety from it being dual-engine, it has
redundancy in almost every system on the plane. We
are very, very, very satisfied.”
Lt. Col. Tal, Heyl Ha’Avir (Israeli Air Force) in charge
of M-346 Lavi operations
July 21, 2016 – The Times of Israel
Italy: “The T-346 has striking performance: the
generous thrust, the roll rate and, in general, the
high stability at all speeds. The strength of the
‘346’ is surely the ETTS, the integrated simulation
platform, which allows you to play a variety of
sensors such as radar, targeting pod, [and] a suite
of electronic countermeasures, to name a few.
All these sensors can be employed with other
aircraft of the same type as if they were real and,
at the same time, also interacting with ground
simulators to re-create an environment typical of
that of the latest generation combat aircraft.”
Lt. Col. “Sossi”, instructor pilot of 61° Stormo,
Italian Air Force
March 2016 – Combat Aircraft Magazine
Italy: “The T-346 is not just an aircraft in its own
right, but part of an integrated system that is a real
revolution compared to the past. The ground element
of the IPTS [Integrated Pilot Training System]
employs modern simulation systems [that enable
us to] ‘download’ a good slice of the activities that
were previously carried out at the OCU and that
were previously conducted in flight, thereby bringing
substantial savings.”
Col. Paolo Tarantino, Commander of the 61° Stormo,
Italian Air Force
March 2016 – Combat Aircraft Magazine
Poland: “The M-346 aircraft really is the best, and
at the same time the most economical solution,
compared to the current system. When a pilot
performs more work on training aircraft, he needs
less hours on fighter aircraft. Hence, this increases
the defense capabilities of Poland, as the F-16 will
be used less for pilot training. We will continue
to train outstanding pilots, but this will be much
cheaper.”
Bartosz Kownacki, Vice-minister of National Defense
June 8, 2016 – “Nasz Dziennik” Polish newspaper
 T-100 CHARACTERISTICS
PROVEN SUPPORT SYSTEM
Dimensions
The T-100 team has provided more than 60 aircraft Wingspan 31.90 ft (9.72 m)
with required Ground Based Training Systems
Length 37.70 ft (11.49 m)
worldwide. All customers have also been provided
an Integrated Maintenance and support system Height 16.11 ft (4.91 m)
based on On-Condition and Condition Monitoring Wing Area 253.2 ft² (23.52 m²)
maintenance for equipment and systems. A two Weights
level maintenance concept (Organizational and
Ramp, Clean (2 standard pilots) 15,900 lb (7200 kg)
Intermediate) for aircraft, equipment and systems
has been implemented which does not require Ramp, Maximum 21,200 lb (9600 kg)
aircraft Depot level maintenance. Wing Loading
At Take-Off Weight, Clean 62.7 lb/ft² (306 kg/m²)
The Health & Usage Monitoring System (HUMS)
enables monitoring of on-board equipment and data Powerplant
collection, in addition to airframe structural health Engines, Turbofan 2 Honeywell/ITEC F124-GA-200
(S-HUMS). The Ground Support System allows a
Thrust, Maximum, SLS, ISA 2x6,280 lb (2x2850 kg)
rapid assessment of the aircraft system’s status,
reducing troubleshooting as well as scheduled and Mission Fuel, Maximum 3,307 lb (1500 kg)
unscheduled maintenance. This system reduces Limitations
flight line servicing and inspection time, including Airspeed 572KEAS/0.95M/500KEAS/1.15M
pre-flight, thru-flight and post-flight.
Load Factors +8 / -3 g
Performance
Max. Level Speed, 5000 ft 590 KTAS
Stall Speed (Landing conf., 20% fuel) 97 KCAS
Thrust Over Weight Ratio (SL, 100% fuel) 0.79
Rate of Climb, Max (SL, 100% fuel) 24,000 ft/min
Max. Sustained Turn Rate (15,000 ft, 50% 12.9 deg/s
fuel)
Max. Sustained Load Factor (SL, 50% fuel) 8g
Service Ceiling 45,000 ft
Take-off Ground Run 1,300 ft (400 m)
(SL, 100% fuel, no wind, no slope)
Landing Ground Roll 2,150 ft (655 m)
(SL, 20% fuel, no wind, no slope)
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