The first prototype of a planned VTOL supersonic fighter. This aircraft was lost during a test flight on 14 September 1964. Powered by Rolls Royce RB145 jets, the two wingtip swivelling examples were supplemented by four under-fuselage engines. The X2 is preserved qv.
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