1951 Press Photo Air Force Scorpion F-89 Jet at Hawthorne, California

In-flight and ground views of the latest version of the Air Force's famous "Scorpion" F-89 all-weather jet interceptor. The F-89D carries rockets which pack a tremendous punch at bullet speeds -- aimed and fired electronically. It flied at altitudes in excess of 40,000 feet at speeds in the 600 mph class. United States Air Force, fighter jets, planes.

Photo is dated 1951.

Photo measures 7 x 9.25 inches.