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The Bell X-1 (originally XS-1) first flew in glide tests over Pinecastle Army Airfield, Florida before being returned to Bell for modifications in anticipation of powered flight tests at Muroc Army Air Field (now Edwards Air Force Base), California. On 14 October 1947, the tests culminated in the first manned supersonic flight in aircraft #46-062. The rocket-powered aircraft was launched from the bomb bay of a specially modified B-29 and glided to a landing on a runway. XS-1 flight number 50 is the first one where the X-1 recorded supersonic flight, at Mach 1.06 (361 m/s, 1,299 km/h, 807.2 mph) peak speed.

This set features two complete X-1 aircraft models. The first is a standard replica of this supersonic craft, while the second has a transparent fuselage that shows off the "innards" of the unique X-1. Both fully built-up and finely painted models are masterfully recreated in miniature. They also come with a sleek display stand made of metal that allows both models to be displayed "flying" together. This is an impressive set, and with two models and the stand included, it offers unbeatable value!