The Beginning by Mike Machat

Although not as sleek as the planes that would soon follow, the Bell XP-59A entered the history books as America's first jet aircraft. Although outclassed in performance by the top propeller-driven fighters of the day, the XP-59A was an invaluable tool for the USAAF transition to jet power.

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Lt. General Laurence "Bill" CRAIGIE - America's first military jet pilot