Northrup T-38 (Talon, Trainer): Aircraft Covers from Bruce's Custom Covers

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The T-38 Canopy Cover is designed to cover the entire canopy surface. The cover attaches at the front corners, midpoints and aft corners with belly straps which are adjustable and detachable from either side. Non-metal, durable Delrin™ buckles are sewn onto the cover at these attach points. Special cloth protectors are sewn onto the cover to prevent the buckles from touching the aircraft finish. Bungee cord is sewn into the hem to help keep the cover tight around the edges and prevent flapping and chaffing in the wind. By shortening this bungee cord the cover can be made to fit more tightly.

The T-38 Canopy/Nose Cover is similar in design to the standard canopy cover, except that it also covers the nose and pitot tube.

The canopy cover is made of Silver Laminate, developed especially by Bruce's Custom Covers for aircraft protection. The outer material is a medium weight nylon treated for ultraviolet resistance and anti-static buildup. The inner lining is brushed nylon tricot knit. Silver Laminate is extremely reflective. Tests show that the cabin interior temperature can be reduced by as much as 25 degrees. It is water, ice and snow repellent, yet it is breathable enough to allow moisture to escape from between the cover and the windshield surface. Silver Laminate contains no hydrocarbon compounds which can harm plexiglass windshields and acrylic finishes.

Engine Plugs are form-fit pillows which fit snugly into the inlet area. Two webbing handles in the front of each plug make removal fast and easy. A warning streamer is attached to a tab on the front of each plug. The plug can be easily serviced by removing the foam through the zipper in the back.

The Pitot Tube Cover is designed to cover the entire pitot assembly. Slipping on over the tube, the cover tightens around the base with a special Velcro strap detail. A warning streamer is attached to the cover.

Non-burning Pitot Covers are designed to withstand more than 500° F., preventing damage to the pitot tube if the pitot heat is turned on while it is covered.

The Exhaust Cover is designed to enclose the exhaust port of each engine, yet be easily storable. The cover has a spring steel hoop sewn into the hem. This makes the cover stiff enough to be installed quickly. The cover attaches on the bottom edge with two small steel hooks. Because of the built-in spring steel hoop, the exhaust cover folds like a band-saw blade into a flat circular bundle. The cover is made of medium weight nylon. A warning streamer is attached to the cover.