Boeing's X-32A goes supersonic, refuels aloft, simulates "traps."(concept aircraft)
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Boeing's X-32A concept aircraft proved its ability to reach supersonic speeds during a Dec 2000 test flight. The plane also successfully refueled in flight and simulated a carrier landing.
Publication Name: Sea Power
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0199-1337
Year: 2001
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X-32A completes flight tests; X-32B conducts taxi tests
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Boeing's carrier-capable conventional takeoff and landing Joint Strike Fighter concept-demonstration aircraft X-32A has completed flight test series in reparation of its first flight.
Publication Name: Sea Power
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0199-1337
Year: 2001
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And the Joint Strike Fighter winner is...
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The 5-year, multi-billion-dollar JSF development duel between Boeing Co. and Lockheed Martin is analyzed. Each firm has successfully built demonstration jets covering all aspects of the specifications demanded.
Publication Name: Sea Power
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0199-1337
Year: 2001
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