F5D Skylancer - Wapakoneta, OH - Space Flight Memorials and Exhibits on Waymarking.com

This aircraft is located at the entrance to the parking lot of the Neil Armstrong Air and Space Museum in Wapakoneta, OH.

From the plaque:
"This Douglas F5D Skylancer was one of four originally constructed and is the only example still in existence. It was flown by Neil A. Armstrong from September 1960 to September 1962 to simulate the flight characteristics of the space vehicle planned for use in Project Dyna-Soar. The Dyna-Soar program called for the launch of a winged craft which could re-enter the atmosphere and glide to a conventional landing following a mission in space. "

Hours: Available 24/7 Fee (if no fee, enter 'none'): none Amount of time an average person would spend here: Less than an hour Accessible?: yes Location is wheelchair accessible?: Yes How Long a Hike: Not listed

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