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Hypersonic: The Story Of The North American X15 (Revised Edition) (Specialty Press)
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Nineteen Years Before Space Shuttle, The Small, Black, Rocketpowered, Bulletshaped X15 Showed It Was Possible To Fly Into And Out Of Space. There Had Never Been Anything Like The X15; It Had A Millionhorsepower Engine And Could Fly Twice As Fast As A Rifle Bullet. The X15 Set Records That Stood For Years.Specialty Press'S Bestseller, Hypersonic, Has Been Rereleased In A Softbound Format At A Reduced Price. This Book Is The Most Extensively Researched History Of The X15 Program Yet Published. The Book Was Written With The Cooperation Of Surviving X15 Pilots As Well As Many Other Program Principals And Is Based On Six Years Of Research In Air Force, Nasa, And North American Archives. It Covers The Tasks Of Converting And Testing The B52 Carrier Airplanes, Building The First Fullpressure Suits To Protect The Pilot, Building The First Engineering Mission Simulators, Acquiring The Remote Lakebed Landing Sites, And Building The Radar Range. It Also Covers The Flight Program In Detail, Including The Most Authoritative Flight Log Ever Assembled; In Many Instances, Information In This Log Was Derived From The Original Flightdata Recordings. Also Covered Are Each Of The Experiments That Were Flown Aboard The X15 Late In Its Career When It Became The Workhorse Of The Space Program, Carrying Such Things As Startrackers Destined For The Apollo Program And Missiledetection Systems That Would Later Be Sent Into Orbit On Satellites.
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- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: This book contains two hundred seventy-six pages. It provides a comprehensive history of the North American X-15 program.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Hypersonic'? A: The book measures nine point zero two inches in length, nine point zero two inches in height, and zero point six nine inches in width.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is published in paperback binding. This format makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Hypersonic'? A: The author of this book is Dennis Jenkins. He has extensively researched the X-15 program for this publication.
- Q: What genre does 'Hypersonic' belong to? A: This book falls under the Aviation genre. It covers the history and technical details of the X-15.
- Q: How do I read 'Hypersonic'? A: You simply open the book and start reading from the beginning. The book is suitable for aviation enthusiasts and anyone interested in space exploration.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: The book is not specifically targeted at children. It contains complex topics related to aviation and space.
- Q: What audience is this book best suited for? A: This book is ideal for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and professionals in the aerospace industry. It provides detailed insights into the X-15 program.
- Q: Can I use this book for educational purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for educational purposes. It offers valuable historical context and technical details.
- Q: How should I store 'Hypersonic' to maintain its condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keeping it upright on a shelf can help prevent damage.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, this is a used book in good condition. It has been well-maintained and is suitable for reading.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Ensure you keep the original packaging for reference.
- Q: Does this book have any hazardous materials? A: No, this book does not contain any hazardous materials. It is safe to handle and read.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Hypersonic'? A: The revised edition of 'Hypersonic' was published by Specialty Press. The specific publication date can be found in the book.
- Q: Is there any specific care needed for this book? A: There is no special care required for this book. Just avoid exposure to moisture and heat to preserve its quality.
- Q: What features does this book offer? A: The book features extensive research and firsthand accounts from surviving X-15 pilots. It includes detailed information about the X-15 program.