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Bell X-2

Engelsk Paperback

Bell X-2

Engelsk Paperback

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Packed with photos and spectacular new artwork, this book traces the supersonic career and lasting influence of the record-breaking Bell X-2 rocket plane. A must-have for aviation enthusiasts, especially those interested in the thrilling, hi-tech world of the early Jet Age.

Even before the spectacular success of its X-1 rocket-powered aircraft in breaking the ‘sound barrier’, the adventurous Bell Aircraft Corporation was already pushing ahead with a parallel project to build a second aircraft capable of far higher speeds. The X-2 (or Model 52) explored the equally uncertain technology of swept-back wings. Now common in modern conventional fighter aircraft, the Bell X-2 was revolutionary in using this type of airframe to probe Mach 3 and research the effects of extreme aerodynamic friction heat on airframes.

Although both X-2s were destroyed in crashes after only 20 flights, killing two test pilots, the knowledge gained from the programme was invaluable in developing aircraft that could safely fly at such speeds. Using stunning artwork and historical photographs, this is the story of the plane that ultimately made the Lockheed Blackbird and Concorde possible.



Product detaljer
Sprog:
Engelsk
Sider:
80
ISBN-13:
9781472819581
Indbinding:
Paperback
Udgave:
ISBN-10:
1472819586
Udg. Dato:
30 nov 2017
Længde:
11mm
Bredde:
248mm
Højde:
187mm
Forlag:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Oplagsdato:
30 nov 2017
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