F/A-18 Performs Thrust Vectoring Test

NASA’s F/A-18 High Alpha Research Vehicle, also known as the “Silk Purse,” performs a thrust vectoring test in afterburner in 1991, while anchored to the ground.

NASA’s F/A-18 High Alpha Research Vehicle, also known as the “Silk Purse,” performs a thrust vectoring test in afterburner in 1991, while anchored to the ground.

Photographer NASA/Jim Ross
Location AFRC
NASA AFRCArmstrong Flight Research CenterDryden Flight Research CenterDFRCF A-18 High Alpha Research VehicleSilk Purse