Greetings All -
I recently acquired a copy of Aerofax "Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker" by Robert Hopkins III. In the book, he notes that Lockheed "won" the competition for the KC-135 though Air Research Development Command, with Lemay's concurrence, had already ordered 29 (followed by 88 more) of...
1954
1955
air research development command
ardc
boeing
cold war
douglas aircraft company
early 1950s
in-flight refueling tanker
lockheed
strategic air command
tanker aircraft
united states air force
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.