Lockheed's SST Design (1964)

March 28, 2016

A March 23, 1964 special report in Aviation Week & Space Technology takes a detailed look at Lockheed Aircraft Corp's CL-823 supersonic transport configuration, featuring large double-delta wing, 2,000 mph. cruising speed and an all-coach capacity of 221 passengers in five-abreast seating. 

The CL-823 also incorporates a droop nose which can be pivoted downward for increased visibility for the pilots during takeoff and landing.

Read the full report in Aviation Week's digital archives, available for free to registered users until the end of 2016.