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First landing of bell x-2 research airplane

Richard E. Day, Wendell H Stillwell

Abstract

Report presenting testing regarding the Bell X-2 supersonic research airplane, which is equipped with a skid main landing gear and nose wheel, to determine the low-speed handling qualities and landing characteristics. Results regarding the landing approach pattern, time histories, and final resting position of the airplane at landing are provided.

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Key concepts: Airplane, Landing gear, Aeronautics, Supersonic speed, Engineering, Aerospace engineering, Cruise, Marine engineering