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Bell X-1E

The X-1 was modernized in 1951 and again in 1954, and was redesignated the X-1E. With a larger fuel capacity and a new, low-pressure fuel system, this aircraft was programmed to exceed mach 2. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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Bell X-2

Bell X-2 was designed to probe this region and to be the first aircraft to take man well above the measurable atmosphere to the very edge of space. Bell test pilot Jean "Skip" Ziegler completed the first unpowered glide flight of an X-2 at Edwards on June 27, 1952. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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Bell X-5

X-5 the first high-performance aircraft to feature a variable, in-flight wingsweep capability. With the ability to sweep its wings from 20-degrees, for optimum low-speed handling qualities, all the way to 60-degrees for maximum high-speed performance. The first X-5 flight was made on June 20, 1951. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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Bell XS-1

On 14 October 1947--XS-1, Capt. Charles “Chuck” Yeager in the Bell rocket-propelled experimental aircraft was the first man to exceed the speed of sound in level flight, crossing with little trouble an invisible threshold thought to be an impediment to aircraft development and to contemporary aircraft structures. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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C-130B Hercules

The C-130B introduced Allison T56-A-7 turboprops, more powerful engines and new propellers, added fuel capacity and beefed up landing gear, demonstrated short takeoffs and landings, and the first of 134 entered Air Force service in May 1959.(b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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C-140 Jet Star

C-140 Jet Star,(Air Force One) a light jet transport that flew Presidents Nixon, Ford, Carter and Reagan a number of times. Jet Star was first flown on September 4,1957. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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C-47 Skytrain

C-47, The Army Air Forces used to transport personnel and cargo and, in a combat role, for towing troop-carrying gliders and dropping paratroopers into enemy territory as during the invasions of Sicily in 1943 and of Burma and France in 1944. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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CAP NRAT reduces Arizona plane crash search area from hundreds of square miles to 100 feet, one survivor

Arizona emergency responders were able to quickly locate a small plane crash site in northern Arizona, thanks to the work of Civil Air Patrol’s volunteer National Radar Analysis Team, Sept. 23, 2021. The NRAT is now up to 13 saves this year, setting their record for number of annual saves over the past 13 years. (U.S Air Force graphic by John Henderson)
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Civil Air Patrol Roundel (Black),

Civil Air Patrol Roundel (Black), Graphic courtesy of Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters. Commercial reproduction of this emblem is NOT permitted without the permission of the proponent organizational/unit commander. Image is 7x7 inches @ 300 ppi.
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Civil Air Patrol Roundel (Color)

Civil Air Patrol Roundel (Color), Graphic courtesy of Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters. Commercial reproduction of this emblem is NOT permitted without the permission of the proponent organizational/unit commander. Image is 7x7 inches @ 300 ppi.
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Civil Air Patrol Shield (Black)

Civil Air Patrol Shield (Black), Graphic courtesy of Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters. Commercial reproduction of this emblem is NOT permitted without the permission of the proponent organization. Image is 7x7 inches @ 300 ppi.
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Civil Air Patrol Shield (Color)

Civil Air Patrol Shield (Color), Graphic courtesy of Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters. Commercial reproduction of this emblem is NOT permitted without the permission of the proponent organizational/unit commander. Image is 7x7 inches @ 300 ppi.
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Civil Air Patrol Shield v2 (Color)

Civil Air Patrol Shield v2 (Color), Graphic courtesy of Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters. Commercial reproduction of this emblem is NOT permitted without the permission of the proponent organizational/unit commander. Image is 7x7 inches @ 300 ppi.
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Convair XF-92A

XF-92A investigated the behavior of the tailless delta wing. All of these aircraft were successful in that they demonstrated both favorable as well as adverse behaviors. The XF-92A perhaps had the most influence on future high-speed designs. It was flown by Air Force test pilots on October 14, 1953. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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F-100 Super Sabre

The F-100 made its combat debut during the Vietnam conflict where it was assigned the task of attacking such targets as bridges, river barges, road junctions, and areas being used by infiltrating enemy soldiers.It made its initial flight on May 25, 1953. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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F-102A DELTA DAGGER

The primary mission of the F-102A was to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft. It was the world's first supersonic all-weather jet interceptor and the USAF's first operational delta-wing aircraft. The F-102 made its initial flight on Oct. 24, 1953. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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F-104 Starfighter

F-104 aircraft are high-performance day and night fighters powered by an axial-flow, turbojet engine with afterburner. The first flight was on 5 March 1954.(b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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F-104A Starfighter

F-104A are designed for cruise at high subsonic speeds and combat at high supersonic speeds. Notable features of the aircraft include extremely thin flight surfaces, short straight wings with negative dihedral, irreversible hydraulically powered ailerons, and a controllable horizontal stabilizer.(b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA. The first flight was on 5 March 1954.(b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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F-106 DELTA DART

The F-106 uses a Hughes MA-1 electronic guidance and fire control system. After takeoff, the MA-1 can be given control of the aircraft to fly it to the proper altitude and attack position. Then it can fire the Genie and Falcon missiles, break off the attack run, and return the aircraft to the vicinity of its base. The pilot takes control again for the landing. First flew on Dec. 26, 1956. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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F-111A Aardvark

The F-111A can exceed twice the speed of sound by sweeping its wings rearward while in flight. The wings are swept forward for takeoffs, landings or slow speed flight. The first flight took place in December 1964. (b/w), Graphic courtesy of NASA
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