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Photographic Print : X-36 on ramp, USA, 1997. Creator: NASA
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X-36 on ramp, USA, 1997. Creator: NASA
X-36 on ramp, USA, 1997. NASA Dryden Flight Fesearch Center at Edwards Air Force Base in California hosted the X-36 program, as well as providing range support for the flight tests. NASA Ames Research Center originated the X- 36 program and is managing the program in a cooperative effort with the McDonnell Douglas Corporation. MDCs responsibilities include flight preparation and testing, data acquisition and analysis. The X-36 is a small, remotely-piloted jet built by MDC and designed to fly without the traditional tail surfaces common on most aircraft. Two 28 percent scale vehicles will be put through fighter aircraft maneuvers during the scheduled 25 flight program. The goal is to gather data on the performance characteristics, especially agility, of tailless, fighter type aircraft. The lack of vertical tails on the X-36 greatly enhances the stealthy characteristics of the airplane, and holds promise for greater agility than is currently available in existing fighter aircraft. The X-36 is 18 feet long with a 10 foot wingspan, is 3 feet high, and weighs 1, 270 pounds
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Experience the thrill of aviation history with this stunning photograph from NASA's X-36 program at Edwards Air Force Base, USA, 1997. Witness the X-36 jet in action as it prepares for takeoff on the runway. This captivating image, captured by NASA from Heritage Images, transports you to the heart of aerospace innovation. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the excitement of aviation milestones.
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This print captures the X-36 on ramp at Edwards Air Force Base in California, USA, in 1997. Created by NASA, this image showcases the remarkable aircraft that was part of the groundbreaking X-36 program. Managed jointly by NASA Ames Research Center and McDonnell Douglas Corporation (MDC), this program aimed to explore the performance characteristics of tailless fighter-type aircraft. The X-36, a small remotely-piloted jet built by MDC, defied convention with its unique design that omitted traditional tail surfaces found on most aircraft. With two 28 percent scale vehicles undergoing rigorous flight tests over a scheduled 25-flight program, researchers sought to gather valuable data on agility and other performance aspects. One notable advantage of the X-36's lack of vertical tails is its enhanced stealth capabilities. This innovative feature held promise for greater maneuverability compared to existing fighter aircraft models. Measuring 18 feet long with a wingspan of 10 feet and standing at a height of 3 feet, this compact yet powerful machine weighed an impressive 1,270 pounds. As seen in this photograph from Heritage Images' collection curated by NASA itself, it is evident that both technical expertise and meticulous planning went into every aspect of the X-36 project. The collaboration between NASA and MDC showcased their commitment to pushing boundaries in aviation research while paving the way for future advancements in aerospace technology.
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