Overview
The Bell X-5 was the first aircraft capable of changing the sweep of its wings in flight. It was inspired by the untested wartime P.1101 design of the German Messerschmitt company. In a further development of the German design, which could only have its wing sweepback angle adjusted on the ground, the Bell engineers devised a system of electric motors to adjust the sweep in flight.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 10.10 m |
|---|---|
| Height | 3.60 m |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
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