History's Largest and Most Expensive Military Aircraft Ever Built

LatticeHarbor Updated 2025-10-22

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12. Talon T-38C

Joined the Service in 1959 Not retired: N/A $756 million was spent. The T-38 Talon is a twin-engine, supersonic jet trainer. It holds the record for the largest production number of any jet of its type and was the world’s first supersonic jet trainer.

T-38C Talon via Twitter.com / @kadonkey The T-38C is an upgraded version of the T-38A, featuring structural and avionics improvements. Designed by Northrop Grumman, it remains a vital training jet for pilots worldwide.

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