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Grounded Dreams: Ikarus 451 – The Supersonic Mirage of the Prone-Pilot Fighter

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Grounded Dreams: Ikarus 451 – The Supersonic Mirage of the Prone-Pilot Fighter

The Ikarus 451 tested a prone pilot position to improve G-force tolerance, but breathing issues and the rise of G-suits ended the concept.

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