NASA & the B-57
The South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum promised a few surprises for next weekend's 75th Anniversary.
One is that the Museum will be joined on Saturday 11th May, live from the USA, by Peter Layshock, Program Manager for NASA's High Altitude Research programme.
Peter will discuss how these incredible and unique aircraft are used today for numerous scientific, defence, and commercial applications. He will review the history of the B-57 as part of the USAF's fleet after adopting the Canberra B2 design, the operational uses of the aircraft, and the multiple variants that have evolved over the years. The presentation will include a deep dive into the development of the famed long-wing 'F' model, which is the only American B-57 still flown today. Peter will also discuss the challenges associated with maintaining these 60+ year-old aircraft, as well as the future outlook for continued operations.
Exact timings for the various talks over the weekend are being finalised and should be available early next week on:
http://www.southyorkshireaircraftmus....uk/canberra75