DH-115 T.MK.35

The DH-115 T.MK.35 is a trainer variant of the iconic De Havilland Vampire jet fighter. The Vampire was a foundational jet aircraft, first flown in Britain in September 1943. Its design was unique for the time, featuring a twin-boom tail and a fuselage pod constructed primarily of wood. The T.35 served as a two-seat jet trainer, used extensively by air forces such as the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) through the 1950s and 1960s.

De Havilland, the manufacturer, holds a long and distinguished history in aviation, starting with Sir Geoffrey de Havilland’s designs during World War I for Airco. The company was officially formed in 1920. De Havilland became foundational for its popular series of light touring and training aircraft, like the DH. 60 Moth in the 1920s and 30s. The company’s aircraft, including the Vampire, cemented its status as a key aerospace manufacturer before its subsequent integration into larger corporate structures.

A range of platforms and access solutions are available for this aircraft to address maintenance needs. These solutions aid in accessing sections such as the Nose Avionics and Windshield & Cockpit on the Nose Section; lighting systems and forward wheel well access on the Forward Fuselage; both Nose Landing Gear and Main Landing Gear; and crucial components like the vertical and horizontal stabilizers on the Tail Section (Empennage). Specialized platforms also provide access for engine maintenance.