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Bell X-1 rocket plane
Coverage of Bell X-1 rocket plane in the Nexus archive.
- What to know about Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert
Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert is a historic site of aviation milestones, including the first jet-powered aircraft flight, breaking the sound barrier, and space shuttle landings. A recent B-52 bomber crash at the base resulted in the deaths of all eight people aboard.