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- On 16 September 1950, the USAF formally issued a request for a jet-powered bomber; the sought aircraft had to possess a top speed of 630 mph (1,010 km/h), ceiling of 40,000 ft (12,000 m), and range of 1,150 mi (1,850 km).
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On 16 September 1950, the USAF formally issued a request for a jet-powered bomber; the sought aircraft had to possess a top speed of 630 mph (1,010 km/h), ceiling of 40,000 ft (12,000 m), and range of 1,150 mi (1,850 km).
Jan 24, 2024 · The B-57 was flown in by the Royal Air Force for the demonstration, making the flight across the Atlantic in four hours and forty minutes, setting an unofficial record time for the crossing in either direction. This was also the first unrefuelled Atlantic crossing by any jet-powered aircraft.
Dec 1, 2023 · The B-57 was highly regarded for its bombing capacity and range, making it effective in tactical bombing missions during the Vietnam War. With nearly 20 different variants, the Martin B-57 could be configured for various specialized missions, including reconnaissance and electronic aggression.
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Jun 19, 2017 · The B-57B was outfitted with 2 x Wright J65-W-5 turbojet engines of 7,220lbs thrust each. This provided the aircraft with a speed of 598 miles per hour and cruising speed of 475 miles per hour. Combat radius was 950 miles while ferry ranges reached 2,720 miles.
May 19, 2019 · In 1962 General Dynamics re-engineered the design and converted 21 to WB-57F configuration, these having a 37.19 m (122 ft) wingspan. The B-57 served extensively in Vietnam, being the first bomber to drop bombs on Viet Cong forces on 19 February 1965, and continuing in service there until 1972.
Armament: Eight .50-cal. M3 machine guns or four 20mm M39 cannons and approx. 7,500 lbs. maximum of internal and external stores. Engines: Two Wright J65-W-5 turbojets of 7200 lbs. static thrust each. Maximum speed: 570 mph. Cruising speed: 450 mph. Range: 2,000 miles.
The B-57 is a modified version of the English Electric Canberra which was first flown in Britain on May 13, 1949, and later produced for the Royal Air Force (RAF). After the Korean Conflict began in 1950, the USAF looked for a jet medium bomber to replace the aging Douglas B-26 Invader.
