Object Details
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
The Sidewinder is a U.S. air-to-air missile originally developed by the U.S. Navy in the early 1950s. One of many versions produced through the years, the Air Intercept Missile 9J1 (AIM-9J1) had a conventional warhead, a solid-fuel motor, infrared guidance, a maximum speed in excess of Mach 2.5, and a range of 9 miles. Large numbers of the AIM-9J1 were deployed on U.S. aircraft beginning in 1977 and were exported to allied nations as well.
The model's manufacturer is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated it to the museum.
Credit Line
Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde
Inventory Number
A19981649000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Metal missile with a clear plastic rod attachment
Dimensions
Approximate (model, plastic rod attached): 6.03 x 35.56 x 6.03cm (2 3/8in. x 1ft 2in. x 2 3/8in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19981649000