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Northrop HL-10 NASA 804
Northrop HL-10 NASA 804 (msn 1). on display at the entrance to the Armstrong Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base. Date: circa 2000
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2000 Armstrong Center Edwards Nasa Northrop Research Base
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This photograph showcases the Northrop HL-10 NASA 804, also known as Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) 804, proudly displayed at the entrance of the Armstrong Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base. Circa 2000, this historic aircraft graced the entrance with its sleek and innovative design. The Northrop HL-10 was a manned, unpowered, lifting body research aircraft developed by Northrop Corporation for NASA. It was designed to investigate the flight characteristics of lifting bodies, which were seen as a potential alternative to traditional fixed-wing aircraft for atmospheric reentry and spacecraft landing. MSN 1, or NASA 804, was the first HL-10 to fly, taking to the skies on March 27, 1964. The aircraft in this image is a significant piece of aeronautical history, representing the groundbreaking research and development that took place at the Armstrong Flight Research Center. The Northrop HL-10 paved the way for future advancements in aerospace technology, including the development of the Space Shuttle's reusable Orbiter. As visitors entered the Armstrong Flight Research Center, they were greeted by this iconic aircraft, a reminder of the center's rich history and its continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of aviation and space exploration. The Northrop HL-10 NASA 804 remains an enduring symbol of innovation and progress in the realm of aeronautical transportation.
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