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X-34

Orbital Sciences Corporation · USA · Modern (1992–2009)

X-34 — Fixed Wing
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The Orbital Sciences X-34 was intended to be a low-cost testbed for demonstrating "key technologies" that could be integrated into the Reusable Launch Vehicle program. It was intended to be an autonomous pilotless craft powered by a "Fastrac" liquid-propellant rocket engine, capable of reaching Mach 8 and performing 25 test flights per year.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Country
USA
Manufacturer
Orbital Sciences Corporation
Status
Retired