Back in the Cold War era, America had an ambitious—and almost unbelievable—plan: nuclear-powered planes that could stay airborne for days, even weeks. At the heart of this project was the Convair X-6, an experimental aircraft meant to test the limits of nuclear propulsion in the skies. But what seemed like the ultimate solution to non-stop air defense soon turned into one of the most controversial ideas in aviation history. Why did America spend millions on this wild idea? What made the Convair X-6 so unique, and why did the project ultimately fail? In this video, we’re unpacking the story behind America’s nuclear-powered plane project, the groundbreaking concepts, the staggering risks, and why the Convair X-6 never fully took flight. Tune in to uncover the incredible story of a nuclear-powered dream that almost redefined air superiority. #military #usmilitary #militaryaircraft #convairx-6 #alphaweapons #nuclear #nucleartechnology
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