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THE SUPERSONIC BETRAYAL: M.52 Project, Why Britain Destroyed Its Own Secret Weapon | Rare Footage
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The narrative then shifts to the British contribution, focusing on the genius of Sir Frank Whittle and the tragic story of the Miles M.52. This experimental aircraft was designed to break the sound barrier years before the Bell X-1. We analyze the revolutionary “all-moving tail” (stabilator) design of the M.52, a critical technology required to maintain control at supersonic speeds.
You will learn about the controversial cancellation of the M.52 program and the transfer of its data to the United States, raising the question: Did British research enable the Bell X-1’s success? With insights from Captain Eric Brown, who tested captured German jets and championed British innovation, we paint a picture of a time when the sky was the ultimate frontier.