North American Aviation is an American aerospace manufacturer that was founded in 1928. The company has produced a wide range of aircraft over the years, including military fighters, bombers, and trainers. They have also produced civilian aircraft and rocket launcher systems.
Founded in 1928 as a holding company for aviation interests
Produced a number of successful military aircraft during World War II, including the P-51 Mustang fighter and the B-25 Mitchell bomber
In the post-World War II years, the company diversified into other areas, including rocketry, guided missiles, and space technology
Merged with Rockwell International in 1967 to form North American Rockwell
The aerospace and defense operations were eventually sold to Boeing in 1996
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The P-51 Mustang was a World War II fighter plane that was produced by North American Aviation. It was one of the most successful and widely-used fighters of the war, and is still popular among aviation enthusiasts today.
The B-25 Mitchell was a medium bomber produced by North American Aviation during World War II. It was used extensively in the Pacific theater of the war.
The F-86 Sabre was a Korean War-era fighter jet that was produced by North American Aviation. It was one of the most successful fighters of the war.
In addition to the P-51 Mustang, B-25 Mitchell, and F-86 Sabre, North American Aviation also produced a number of other military aircraft, including the T-6 Texan trainer, the FJ Fury fighter jet, and the OV-10 Bronco observation and attack aircraft.
North American Aviation merged with Rockwell International in 1967 to form North American Rockwell. The aerospace and defense operations were eventually sold to Boeing in 1996.
The P-51 Mustang was one of the most successful and widely-used fighters of World War II. It played a key role in long-range fighter operations, and is still popular among aviation enthusiasts today.
Yes, North American Aviation produced a number of civilian aircraft over the years. These included the Navion single-engine plane and the Sabreliner business jet.
North American Aviation produced a number of rocket launcher systems over the years, including the Redstone missile system and the Titan missile system.