Overview
Wings of Eagles has a number of additional exhibits that explore the history, cultural aspects and technological milestones of the aerospace industry.
The list of additional exhibits can be found below:
AIM-7 Sparrow Missile
Display Status: On display
Overview
The AIM-7 Sparrow is a radar-guided, air-to-air missile with a high-explosive warhead. The versatile Sparrow has all-weather, all-altitude operational capability and can attack high-performance aircraft...
F-4B Liquid Oxygen Converter
Display Status: On display
Overview
The liquid oxygen converter assembly shown here is a GCU-24/A, P/N 10C-0016-10 manufactured by Essex Cryogenics, Inc. The converter assembly is designed to store and convert liquid oxygen (LOX) into gaseous...
General Electric GAU-8A “Avenger” 30mm Revolving Cannon
Display Status: On display
Overview
On November 16, 1970, the Air Force issued a request for a proposal for a 30mm rapid fire cannon to use in the A-X (The development designation for the A-10) Close Air Support aircraft. In June of 1971...
High Altitude Pressure Suit
Display Status: On display
Overview
A pressure suit is a protective suit worn by high-altitude pilots who may fly at altitudes where the air pressure is too low for an unprotected person to survive. Pressure suits have been in development...
Space Shuttle Tire
Display Status: On display
Overview
You are looking at one of the most advanced tires ever developed.
Number of Tires on the Space Shuttle:
4 – main landing gear tires 44.5 x 16.0-21, 34 Ply, 263 mph
2 – nose landing gear tires 32 ...
Y-4 Horizontal Periscopic Bombsight
Display Status: On display
Overview
Unlike previous USAF medium bombers, the B-47 carried a combination bombing and navigation system operated by a bombardier-navigator. By automating many functions, this system reduced crew size by eliminating...