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Compression lift
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In aerodynamics, compression lift refers to the increased pressure under an aircraft that uses shock waves generated by its own supersonic flight to generate lift. This can lead to dramatic improvemen
The XB-70 had folding wingtips to enhance both compression lift and directional stability at high speeds.
The XB-70 had folding wingtips to enhance both compression lift and directional stability at high speeds.
Rear view of the F-14 Tomcat showing the area between the engine nacelles. The area referred as the "pancake" provided compression lift in flight.
Rear view of the F-14 Tomcat showing the area between the engine nacelles. The area referred as the "pancake" provided compression lift in flight.
North American XB-70 Valkyrie
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The North American Aviation XB-70 Valkyrie is a retired prototype version of the planned B-70 nuclear-armed, deep-penetration supersonic strategic bomber for the United States Air Force Strategic Air
Compression lift
…The XB-70 had folding wingtips to enhance both compression lift and directional stability at high speeds. Rear view of the F-14 Tomcat showing the area between…
XB-70 Valkyrie in flight
XB-70 Valkyrie in flight
XB-70A on the taxiway on 21 September 1964, the day of the first flight
XB-70A on the taxiway on 21 September 1964, the day of the first flight
XB-70A Valkyrie taking off in August 1965
XB-70A Valkyrie taking off in August 1965
XB-70A parked at Edwards Air Force Base, 1967
XB-70A parked at Edwards Air Force Base, 1967