| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 37970 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Douglas D-558-1 Skystreak |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Douglas D-558-1 Skystreak |
| Aircraft Version: | Douglas D-558-1 Skystreak |
| C/n (msn): | 6564 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Navy |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | Pensacola - NAS / Forrest Sherman FieldMap |
| Region / Country: | Florida, United States |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: KNPA IATA: NPA Local: NPA Other: - |
| Collection: | National Museum of Naval Aviation |
| Photo Date: | May 1977 |
| Photo by: | Bob Thomas |
| Photo ID: | 368261 |
| Photo Comment |
|---|
|
On 20 August 1947 37970 briefly held the world speed record of 640.6 MPH. Seen here in the museum's former outdoor display area, it is now on display inside in the entrance lobby area. This photo is copyright © Bob Thomas, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 12 June 2021, and has since been viewed 333 times. |