A Nike missile destroys a B-17 bomber

[Naharaht]

This is quite an interesting video clip. It shows a test interception of a radio controlled B-17 bomber by a Nike missile.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_tSIlMdZok&feature=em-subs_digest-vrecs

[milcoll73]

ive seen this video way too many times. almost makes me cry :cry:

[BB401]

The narration clearly states they are to shoot down a B-29 but just as clearly shows a B-17. Curious...... ;-)

[Franco Lucchini]

Remote controlled B-17s were used profusely for air defense testing and data collection at the Bikini Atoll post-war.

[Jager]

Maybe if the Wasserfall had been better developed :erk:
Karl

[john snelling]

I use to live 2 miles from a Nike site. The good ole early 60's. Nuclear bomb drills in school. Everyone in the center hallway in a turtle position.