MIM-72 Chaparral Missiles - Athens, AL - Static Aircraft Displays on Waymarking.com

There are two MIM-72 Chaparral Missiles on display. The MIM-72A missile was based on the AIM-9D Sidewinder. The main difference is that to reduce drag only two of the fins on the MIM-72A have rollerons, the other two having been replaced by non-moving thin fins. The MIM-72's MK 50 solid-fuel rocket motor was essentially identical to the MK 36 MOD 5 used in the AIM-9D Sidewinder. The MIM-72 missile is launched from the M48 fire unit, consisting of a M730 tracked vehicle fitted with an M54 missile launcher capable of holding four missiles ready to fire. The M48 carries an additional eight missiles stowed.

Type of Aircraft: (make/model): MIM-72 Chaparral Missiles Tail Number: (S/N): None Construction:: original aircraft Location (park, airport, museum, etc.): Alabama Veterans Museum in Athens, AL inside / outside: outside Access restrictions: The missile are displayed outside so they are accessible 24/7 but daylight hours would probably be best. Other Information:: Not listed

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