| The
new generation X-1's were created to investigate aerodynamic phenomenon
above Mach 2 and above 90,000 feet. They were to serve as the next logical
step beyond the original three X-1's, and they would also be utilized to
explore more esoteric segment of high-mach, high-altitude envelopes such
as aerodynamic heating, pilot actuated reaction control systems, supersonic
armament problems, and miscellaneous high-speed, high altitude aerodynamic
phenomenon. Record speed 12 December 1953 Mach 2.44 (1,650 mph) by Maj.
Charles E. Yeager, USAF. |
All airplane models are Hand Carved, Hand Painted
Mahogany and comes fully assembled with removable desk stand. |