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]] The Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star (also designated the '''TO-1''') is an American -built jet trainer. It was produced by Lockheed and made its first flight in 1948 , piloted by Tony LeVier . The T-33 was developed from the Lockheed P-80/F-80 by lengthening the fuselage and adding a second seat and control. Initially designated as a variant of the P-80/F80, the '''TP-80C/TF-80C''', the designation was subsequently changed to '''T-33A'''. The U.S. Navy had a version, designated the '''TV-2''', that was the first trainer used for both carrier and land based operations. Almost 6,000 Shooting Stars were produced. Production occurred from 1948 to 1959 . The aircraft held two crew members, and was also used for recon and in drone towing. The T-33 has served in the Air Force s of over 30 nations, and continues to serve for some nations. It is one of the most popular and easiest to acquire jet Warbird s. Many T-33s were built on licence by Canadair for service in the Canadian Forces as the CT-33 Silver Star . Brazil , Turkey and Thailand also used the T-33 extensively. OPERATORS
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