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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 Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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