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Stealth, Speed, and Speculation: The Tale of the A-12 Avenger


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Picture the late 1980s, the world of naval aviation is on the brink of a revolution with the conception of the A-12 Avenger, an aircraft designed to replace the dependable A-6 Intruder. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the fascinating world of this technological marvel, exploring how it was intended to push the boundaries of performance while stealthily slipping past enemy radar detection. From its diverse payload capabilities to its ambitious avionics systems, the A-12 held the promise of being the ultimate Swiss Army knife of the skies.

Ever wondered what might have happened if Northrop, the creators of the game-changing B-2 bomber, had secured the A-12 contract? We revisit this tantalizing scenario, painting a picture of an aircraft that carries the traces of the B-2's advanced aerodynamic design. Join us as we weave an alternate reality where the A-12 Avenger is more than just a concept, and ponder how the landscape of naval aviation might have been transformed if this magnificent bird had taken to the skies. From discussing the A-12's adaptability and stealth features to imagining its potential impact on military aviation, this episode is sure to give your imagination wings!


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To help support this podcast and become a PilotPhotog ProCast member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1555784/support

If you enjoy this episode, subscribe to this podcast, you can find links to most podcast streaming services here:

PilotPhotog Podcast (buzzsprout.com)


Sign up for the free weekly newsletter Hangar Flyingwith Tog here:

https://hangarflyingwithtog.com

You can check out my YouTube channel for many videos on fighter planes here:

https://youtube.com/c/PilotPhotog

If you’d like to support this podcast via Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/PilotPhotog

And finally, you can follow me on Twitter here:

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