North American X-15 Manual 2016: 1954-1968 (X-15A, X-15B & Delta Wing models) - Hardcover

David Baker

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 085733767X ISBN 13: 9780857337672

Publisher: J H Haynes & Co Ltd, 2016

Synopsis

A unique Haynes Manual, providing fascinating technical insight into the development and use of rocket planes, focusing on the iconic X-15, which carried out much of the development work for the Apollo and Space Shuttle space programmes. As of July 2015, the X-15 still holds the world record for the highest speed ever attained by a manned aircraft, at 4,520mph (Mach 6.72)! The X-15 was flown by a band of elite test pilots, including the first man to walk on the Moon, Neil Armstrong. The X-15 made 199 flights between 1959 and 1968, several of which were above the line considered to be the arbitrary altitude where space begins. The engaging text, extensively illustrated with period photographs and technical illustrations, explains how the vehicle worked, what it pioneered for future applications in more conventional aircraft and manned spacecraft developed by NASA from 1958, and what it was like to fly.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. David Baker worked with NASA on the Gemini, Apollo and Shuttle programmes between 1965 and 1990. He has written more than 80 books on spaceflight technology and is the author of the Haynes NASA Space Shuttle Manual, International Space Station Manual, NASA Mars Rovers Manual, Apollo 13 Manual and forthcoming Rocket Manual. He lives in Sussex.

About this edition

• Publisher: J H Haynes & Co Ltd
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 085733767X
• ISBN 13: 9780857337672
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192