A piece of aviation history was lost yesterday as the last of four 1/3-scale prototypes built during the development of the Northrop XB-35 Flying Wing bomber, the N9MB, crashed in a prison yard in Norco, California.
Northrop N9MB Flying Wing Destroyed in Crash
Key Takeaways:
- The last surviving Northrop N9MB Flying Wing prototype, a crucial 1/3-scale model for the XB-35 bomber and a precursor to the B-2 Stealth Bomber, crashed in Norco, California.
- The historic aircraft, meticulously maintained and operated by the Planes of Fame Air Museum, was on a test flight in preparation for an upcoming airshow when the accident occurred, resulting in the loss of the pilot.
- Built in 1944 and uniquely bright yellow, the N9MB was known for its distinctive design and advanced features, delighting crowds at airshows after a 13-year restoration.
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