This NT-33 conducted its last research project in
April 1997 and was flown to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio,
in May 1997. It was placed on display at the National Air Museum
in August 1997.
Lockheed NT-33A
The NT-33A was a modified T-33 trainer adapted
as an in-flight simulator. It was used to perform studies in flying
qualities, cockpit displays, control sticks and flight control design
of aircraft, including the X-15,
A-10, F-15,
F-16, F-18, F-117 and F-22.