Northrop XA-16

The XA-16 was a redesignated Northrop YA-13 following an engine change. XA-16 was the final designation of the aircraft originally built as the Northrop Gamma 2C. The Gamma 2C was a company funded demonstrator based on the Northrop Gamma 2A and 2B designs. These early designs were primarily designed as racers or for speed record attempts. The cockpits both of the 2A and 2B aircraft were far back on the fuselage near the tail, but for the Gamma ... more

Maiden flight:

  • 1934

Aircraft type:

Length:

  • 9.0424 m (29.667 ft )

Aircraft

Manufacturer

Northrop Corporation

The Northrop Corporation was a leading United States aircraft manufacturer from its formation in 1939 until its merger with Grumman to form Northrop Grumman in 1994. The company is known for its development of the flying wing design, although only a few of these have entered service. Jack Northrop...
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