Permalink: http://www.boeingimages.com/archive/Delta-Clipper-Hover-Test-2F3XC56UBJA.htmlCopyright © Boeing. All Rights Reserved.View Photo/Video onlyConceptually similarDelta Clipper Hover TestDelta Clipper Hover TestDC-X Delta Clipper Hover TestDelta Clipper After Flight TestDC-XA Delta Clipper RecoveryDelta Clipper Ready for Static TestingDelta Clipper Prepared for Test FlightDelta Clipper at White Sands, NMTransport Trailer for Delta Clipper Test ModuleView AllView more with similar tones Delta Clipper Hover TestSelect usageWhat Type of Order?Usage:The Delta Clipper test product, designated DC-X, was one-third the actual proposed size of the spacecraft. The DC-X was designed to launch and land vertically and holds the record for the only single stage reusable launch rocket to have a 26-hour turnaround time between the second and third flights. The teams who worked on this massive project developed software and avionics that allowed the craft to transition smoothly from a vertical takeoff, maneuver in flight in any direction, and land vertically. The Delta Clipper stayed under budget and proved the need for cheaper access to space, incorporated processes that are now industry standard for other aerospace companies. BI229689 (dcx_ft18)Maximum size:2232px × 2836px (~18 MB)7.4in × 9.4in (300dpi)License type:Rights ManagedKeywords:1990s-black-clouds-day-DC-X, Delta Clipper-deserts-exteriors-fire-flying-full body views-gray color-ground to air-haze-high-tech / advanced-historic production status-hovering-landing-launch vehicles-muted colors-one of a kind aircraft-other livery-photos-prototypes-rockets-space-spacecraft-testing-white-White Sands Missile Range (WSMR)Related Photo/Videos:View All