As the United States entered the Jet Age, the military sought a jet-propelled replacement for the P-61 Black Widow and F-82 Twin Mustang night fighters. After beating out tough competition from other

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F-89 Scorpion - Walk Around No. 61

As the United States entered the Jet Age, the military sought a jet-propelled replacement for the P-61 Black Widow and F-82 Twin Mustang night fighters. After beating out tough competition from other US aircraft makers, Northop's F-89 stepped into the role as all-weather interceptor. Nicknamed the Scorpion because of its high, up-swept tail, the F-89 entered service in 1951 and served through 1969. Equipped with advanced radar for its time, the Scorpion guarded the Cold War skies over the northern frontiers of the United States, ready to confront Soviet circumpolar nuclear bomber attack, while earning the distinction of being the first combat aircraft armed with nuclear air-to-air weapons (Genie rockets). Illustrated with 200 photographs, plus color profiles and detailed line drawings.

Country	USA
Author	Dennis Savage
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Squadron/Signal
EAN	9780897475983
Edition	1st
IsAutographed
ISBN	0897475984
IsMemorabilia
Label	Squadron/Signal Publications
Manufacturer	Squadron/Signal Publications
MPN	5561
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	60
PartNumber	5561
PublicationDate	2009-01-01
Publisher	Squadron/Signal Publications
SKU	HY337183
Studio	Squadron/Signal Publications
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

F-89 Scorpion - Walk Around No. 61