A jet-powered flying-wing strategic bomber prototype developed from Northrop’s wartime XB-35 program.
Primary roleBomber
First flight1947
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerNorthrop Corporation
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| YB-49 | Prototype | Bomber | United States Air Force |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- American Combat Planes — Doubleday · Tier 3