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Martin RB-57B Canberra NASA 809
Martin RB-57B Canberra NASA 809 (msn 166, ex 52-1576) at the Edwards Air Force Base Flight test Museum. (NASA 809 was modified for use as a Hydrogen fuel test-bed, with one engine able to be switched to Hydrogen fuel). Date: circa 2000
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This photograph showcases NASA 809, a modified Martin RB-57B Canberra aircraft, on display at the Edwards Air Force Base Flight Test Museum around the year 2000. With the serial number msn 166 and former military identification 52-1576, this historic plane holds a significant place in aviation history. Originally a military reconnaissance aircraft, NASA 809 underwent extensive modifications to serve as a hydrogen fuel test-bed. One of its engines was adapted to run on hydrogen fuel, making it a pioneering aircraft in the realm of alternative energy sources for aviation. This groundbreaking innovation aimed to explore the potential of hydrogen as a viable fuel alternative to traditional jet fuel. The Martin RB-57B Canberra, a versatile and advanced aircraft of its time, was an ideal candidate for such experiments due to its robust design and proven performance capabilities. The RB-57B variant was a two-engine, long-range, high-altitude aircraft, originally developed for the United States Air Force in the late 1950s. This photograph captures the NASA 809 in its new role at Edwards Air Force Base, where it continued to contribute to the advancement of aeronautical technology. The plane's distinctive Canberra shape, with its swept wings and twin tail, stands out against the backdrop of the desert landscape, a testament to the ingenuity and pioneering spirit of NASA and the aviation industry.
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