Roton Achieves

Rotary Rocket made the first translational flight of its Roton Atmospheric Test Vehicle on Oct. 12, reaching speeds of 53 mph. while traveling 4,300 ft. along a runway. It was the vehicle's third flight (AW&ST Oct. 11, p. 21). The test lasted 3 min. 47 sec., comprising 1:50 in forward flight and 1...

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