This Day in Aviation History
June 1st, 1944
First flight of the Lockheed XP-58 Chain Lightning.
 
The Lockheed XP-58 Chain Lightning was an American long-range fighter developed during World War II. Although derived from the successful P-38 Lightning, the XP-58 was plagued by technical problems with its engines that eventually led to the cancellation of the project….
 
Source:
Wikipedia, Lockheed XP-58 Chain Lightning: http://gstv.us/1Y1AQzy
 
YouTube, Lockheed XP-58 overview: http://gstv.us/1Y1AXLz
 
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