From the XB-70 to the Lifting Body: The Golden Age of Flight Testing. Edwards Air Force Base, located in the high desert of Southern California, is widely regarded as the center of the aviation universe. For decades, the dry lakebeds of Rogers and Rosamond have served as the ultimate proving ground for the most radical and advanced aircraft ever built. This video takes you through a timeline of specific test programs that defined the Cold War era of aerospace engineering, showcasing the sheer va

Cold War Secrets of the Mojave: The Birthplace of Modern Aviation Edwards Air Force Base is one of the most legendary and secretive military installations in the world. Located in the Mojave Desert, it has been the site of countless historic flight tests and aerospace milestones. This video takes a look at the fascinating history of this unique place, exploring its origins and its crucial role during the early years of the Cold War. General Information about Flight Testing at Edwards AFB: * Loca

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#OTD 31 Jan 1977 at Edwards Air Force Base - The first Space Shuttle orbiter, Enterprise, arrived. As many in the Antelope Valley witnessed, it was conveyed at 3-mph from Rockwell International’s assembly facility at Palmdale aboard a 90-wheel transporter. The unpowered version of the Shuttle was housed at Dryden Flight Research Center in preparation for a series of ground, captive- and free-flight tests prior to the space launch program. (Edwards History Office file photos) #aviation #space #hi

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