X-15 no. 2 (56-66671) just after release from the B-52. North American turns X-15 #2 over to NASA. This aircraft was later modified with drop tanks and heat shield for Mach 7 flights.
X-15 no. 2 (56-66671) just after release from the B-52. North American turns X-15 #2 over to NASA. This aircraft was later modified with drop tanks and heat shield for Mach 7 flights.NASA Photo
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