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Why did the US Airforce cancel its first fighter jet?
The Bell P-59 Airacomet was America’s first attempt at a jet-powered fighter, developed during World War II to rival advanced German designs. Despite its groundbreaking jet engines, the aircraft was ...
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A Look At The History Of Bell Helicopter
In October 1942, Bell introduced the P-59 Airacomet, the first American jet aircraft. However, due to limited development time, its performance was disappointing, comparable to propeller-driven ...