This is a model of unknown scale of the GAR-11, one of several different Falcon short range air-to-air missiles developed by Hughes Aircraft for the U.S. Air Force. It had a range of 5 miles, a maximum speed of Mach 2, a nuclear warhead, and utilized semi-active radar homing for guidance. The missile saw limited service in the 1960s. John and Cynthia Heyde donated this model to NASM on an unknown date.

Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar

Object Details

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Dimensions

Overall: 8 1/2 in. long x 2 1/2 in. diameter (21.59 x 6.35cm)

Materials

Plastic missile and base.

Inventory Number

A19981619000

Credit Line

Gift of John S. and Cynthia H. Heyde.

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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