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This is a model of unknown scale of the Oriole, a U.S. Navy air-to-air missile made by Martin. It had a solid-fuel motor, a maximum speed of Mach 2.5, a range of 20 miles, and a conventional warhead. Limited numbers were deployed in the 1950s. 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: 1 ft. 1 in. long x 3 1/2 in. diameter (33.02 x 8.89cm)
Materials Metal missile. Wood base with metal nameplate.
Inventory Number A19981615000 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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