This is a model of unknown scale of the Walleye, an air-launched glide bomb that has no propulsion system. Initially developed in the 1960s by Martin Marietta for the U.S. Navy, the first versions were television-guided from the launch aircraft and were utilized by both the Navy and Air Force in Vietnam. Later versions of the Walleye have more advanced systems that permit either the launch aircraft or secondary aircraft to guide the bomb to its target. These later versions saw service in the Gulf War. 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.
Object Details
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Dimensions
Overall: 3 in. wide x 9 in. long (7.62 x 22.86cm)
Materials
Plastic missile and base.
Inventory Number
A19981608000
Credit Line
Gift of John S. and Cynthia H. Heyde.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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