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Convair XB-36 prototype (42-13570)

The sole first XB-36 prototype, serial 42-13570, was the test article for the Peacemaker intercontinental-bomber design and made its first flight from Fort Worth on 8 August 1946.

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XB-3642-13570first XB-36B-36 prototype
Name
Convair XB-36 prototype (42-13570)
Status
retired

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The sole first XB-36 prototype, serial 42-13570, was the test article for the Peacemaker intercontinental-bomber design and made its first flight from Fort Worth on 8 August 1946.
First Flight Date
1946-08-08
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Creation Time
August 5, 2026 at 00:37:20 UTC
Updated Time
August 5, 2026 at 00:37:20 UTC

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Serial Number
42-13570
Vehicle Code
42-13570