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2007-10-10 06:25:24 · 6 answers · asked by Father Ted 5 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Alternative ➔ Other - Alternative
It doesn't need one -- it only exists as a Photoshop chop job. In fact, the fake saucer looks familiar. It's been used in other photochops as well. See link.
2007-10-10 06:42:59 · answer #1 · answered by John 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
These unique research vehicles, with their unconventional aerodynamic shapes, were the M2-F1, M2-F2, M2-F3, HL-10, X-24A, and the X-24B. The information the lifting body program generated contributed to the database that led to development of the space shuttle program.
Aerodynamic lift - essential to flight in the atmosphere - was obtained from the shape of the vehicles rather than from wings as on a normal aircraft. The addition of fins and control surfaces allowed the pilots to stabilize and control the vehicles and regulate their flight paths.
All but the M2-F1 were powered by the same type of XLR-11 rocket engine used in the Bell X-1 - the first aircraft to fly faster than the speed of sound. The M2-F1, a lightweight prototype, was unpowered.
2007-10-11 16:34:55 · answer #2 · answered by Sky B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with TR, looks like a photoshop job.
Also, I would guess the plane is either a 3D model or a concept plane rather than an actual flying plane owned by the USAF.
2007-10-10 07:43:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I say that picture in a book, it was an artist concept of what a saucer shaped plane would look like. They even had phony blue print plans. I think it was in a kids book from the 60's.
2007-10-11 14:03:06 · answer #4 · answered by John S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since were posting UFO pictures here is one that the USAF did build and is on display at Missile Park at White Sands Missile Range.
2007-10-10 07:22:41 · answer #5 · answered by psiexploration 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is funny. Check out the real vs. fake picture lower on the page.
2007-10-10 16:05:20 · answer #6 · answered by Peter D 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋