Richard Casto wrote:
I was recently reading an article about reproduction versions of the Messerschmitt Me 262 (first operational jet fighter used by Germany in WWII). Front landing gear had a design flaw that it would have been irresponsible (safety issue) to not fix if customer was going to fly the plane. Someone could reproduce the original engine, but it was good for 10 hours before needing a rebuild if you didn’t either redesign or just put in a modern engine.
I've seen one one display at the Smithsonian...very cool. Imagine if the Germans understood G-forces back then? Since they didn't, pilots would often black out in a dog fight because there were no "G-Suits". Partially as a result, the ME-262 was actually easy pickings for the allied P-51 Mustang.
check out VK with the impressive WWII tech...i suppose it's easier to recall these facts having been a teenager at that time
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