The Bell X-1: the .50 caliber “bullet” that broke the sound barrier
Why did the Bell X-1 adopt the shape of a .50 caliber bullet? A look back at a decisive aerodynamic innovation for transonic stability and […]
Bell X-1
Breaking the Sound Barrier: Captain Chuck Yeager’s Historic Achievement
On October 14, 1947, Captain Chuck Yeager achieved a milestone in aviation history by becoming the first person to break the sound barrier in level […]