Nothing Backwards About It
Almost anyone who's seen a picture of the experimental X-29 aircraft will remember it. Its unique wings make it one of the most distinctive aircraft designs ever. Rather than sticking straight out or angling back towards the aft of the plane, the wings on the…
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