Space.com · Space · 2026-08-16
On this day in space! Aug. 16, 1963: Wingless M2-F1 completes 1st glide flight
On this day in space Aug. 16, 1963: NASA's M2-F1 aircraft prototype makes its first glide flight. On this day in space! Aug. 16, 1963: Wingless M2-F1 completes 1st glide flight
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