Royal Australian Navy TA-4G Modified TA-4Fs were re-designated TA-4G for use by RAN. Although carrier capable in general, the TA-4G never landed aboard the HMAS Melbourne. It was calculated that the different 'touch and go' characteristics of the Trainer on the carrier's short deck would not allow safe operations. This conclusion was calculated with data gained from runway based tests at Nowra and not from an actual test flight to the deck. Production History Page  |