Shape:
Double-delta planform, flat-bottom
(flat-iron shaped)
Dimensions (m):
Length:
11.9
Width:
7.1
Height:
3.14
Engine:
XLR-11
Weight (kg):
6250
Construction:
Aluminum
Controls:
78° double delta for
center-of-gravity control, V nose ramp for hypersonic trim;
nose wheel steering; dual rudders; ailerons
First flight:
August 1, 1973
Last flight:
November 26, 1975
Times flown:
36
Test pilots:
John A. Manke, Michael V. Love, Einar
Enevoldson, Francis R. Scobee, Thomas McMurty
Cognizant:
ARC
NASA center:
ARC
Program manager:
John McTigue, FRC
Contractor:
Martin Marietta Corporation
Remarks:
Air Force modification of X-24A
(FDL-8 shape built around X-24A frame)
Mode of Operation:
Released in midair from under the
wing of a B-52