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USNTPS maintains and operates 50 aircraft of 13 types. The variety of aircraft, from the X-26 glider to the TF/A-18, and from the TH-6 to a variable stability Seahawk helicopter, exposes the students to a broad spectrum of performance, flying qualities, and weapon system capabilities. An NP-3D, with an F-16 radar, a Forward Looking InfraRed system, and other systems enhancements are available for systems training. Many of the aircraft have sophisticated instrumentation systems allowing comprehensive data collection and telemetry capability. These internal assets are augmented by qualitative evaluation aircraft from other military sources and contractors.

USNTPS maintains a simulation capability which includes a variable stability flying qualities simulator, and a variable parameter radar simulator.