Yes, that is absolutely true. Von Braun worked that project before the F1 was transferred to NASA.
That F1 is a stunning piece of work! I think it took until 1963 before it burned for 90 seconds without blowing itself and the surrounding territory to shreds. Everything about that engine is impressive even to this day.
JFK provided a rather impressive boost in NASA funding.
Just think, the SR71 had its roots in the same time period.
JFK provided a rather impressive boost in NASA funding.
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JFK was reacting. Early Soviet success in space gave an impressive boost to NASA funding.
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Just think, the SR71 had its roots in the same time period.
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You’re right. Also the X-15 and Dyna-Soar.