X-29 Jet Fighter

The Grumman X-29 was an American experimental aircraft used to investigate forward-swept wings, advanced flight controls, and related aerodynamic questions. Its unusual configuration depended on modern materials and computer-controlled stability arrangements. NASA and the military research community used flight testing to gather data rather than to equip an operational fighter squadron.

Advanced composites and computer-controlled flight stabilization made the unusual forward-swept-wing arrangement practical for research. The experimental aircraft supplied aerodynamic and control-system information; it did not become a production fighter squadron type.

Two research aircraft were built, with the first flying on 14 December 1984. Digital fly-by-wire controls stabilized the highly unstable design, while carbon-fiber wing technology helped resist aeroelastic twisting. By April 1990 the program had completed 279 test flights, contributing research to later uses of advanced composites.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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