A long-range penetration-fighter prototype whose design lineage led directly toward the later F-101 Voodoo.
Primary roleFighter
First flight1948
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerMcDonnell Aircraft Corporation
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| XF-88A | Prototype | Fighter | United States Air Force |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- The Complete Book of Fighters: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Every Fighter Aircraft Built and Flown — Salamander · Tier 3