Skybolt missile

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:missile
gptkbp:associated_with nuclear deterrence
gptkbp:challenges technical difficulties
gptkbp:control_surfaces tail fins
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:1959
gptkbp:design Douglas engineers
gptkbp:design_features airframe design for high speed
gptkbp:designed_for nuclear delivery
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:development gptkb:1955
gptkbp:diameter 1.0 m
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:turbofan_engine
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1956
gptkbp:funding gptkb:US_Department_of_Defense
gptkbp:guidance_system gptkb:navigation_system
inertial guidance
gptkbp:has_programs gptkb:1962
Skybolt program
gptkbp:historical_significance Cold War era missile development
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Skybolt missile
gptkbp:influenced_by Cold War tensions
gptkbp:is_targeted_at pre-programmed targets
gptkbp:is_tested_for multiple successful tests
1956-1959
gptkbp:launch_platform gptkb:B-52_Stratofortress
gptkbp:launch_window air-launched
gptkbp:legacy influenced future missile designs
gptkbp:length 8.5 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Douglas_Aircraft_Company
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 2,500 kg
gptkbp:operational_range 1,500 km
gptkbp:operational_status canceled
gptkbp:operational_use not used in combat
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:political_impact influenced US-UK relations
gptkbp:project_cancellation due to budget cuts
gptkbp:range 1,500 km
gptkbp:retired gptkb:1962
gptkbp:retirement strategic shift
gptkbp:service_frequency 1959-1962
gptkbp:speed Mach 3.5
gptkbp:status canceled
canceled program
gptkbp:stealth_features limited radar cross-section
gptkbp:strategic_importance deterrent against Soviet Union
gptkbp:successor gptkb:AGM-86_ALCM
gptkbp:type gptkb:missile
gptkbp:warhead_type thermonuclear
1.2 megatons
gptkbp:weight 2,500 kg
gptkbp:wingspan 6.1 m