Germany, Sweden, U.S. to cooperatively revive X-31

Germany, Sweden and the U.S. plan to jointly return the X-31 experimental aircraft to flying status to demonstrate technologies of vectored thrust, extremely short take-off and landing (ESTOL) and tailless flight. Potential payoffs include improved carrier suitability and enhanced flight safety, U.S...

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