Lessons from the XB-70 as Applied to the Supersonic Transport

Fulton Jr., Fitzhugh L. (1968) Lessons from the XB-70 as Applied to the Supersonic Transport. Technical Report NASA TM X-56014, Research Engineering, NASA Dryden Flight Research Center.

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Abstract

The North American Rockwell XB-70 is a very valuable research vehicle that has allowed important data to be gathered by NASA and the U.S. Air Force that are particularly applicable to the SST program. Its combination of high speed and large size is unmatched anywhere in the world. The extremely reliable J-93 General Electric engines, although never previously flown, have been a strong factor in the success of the program.

EPrint Type:	NASA Technical Memorandum
Keywords:	Aircraft design, XB-70 aircraft, Controllability, Flight tests, Hydraulic equipment
Subjects:	(01 - 09) Aeronautics: (05) Aircraft Design, Testing And Performance Aircraft/Project: XB-70
ID Code:	841
Deposited On:	11 April 2006
Additional Information:	19 pages.