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Drag on an airplane increases greatly the faster an airplane flies, and so you need massive amounts of power to over come the drag as you break through the sound barrier, so under its own power no a spitfire could not fly faster than the speed of sound
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How was the jet engine important?
Propellers have limits to how fast they can push - or pull - an airplane through the air. The limits are caused by the dynamics of airflow over the propeller blade itself, which is basically just a small wing. The jet engine allowed airplanes to fly much faster, faster than the speed of sound. Special types of jet engines, like those used on the SR-71 allow the airplane to fly faster than three times the speed of sound. Newer types of engines, called "scramjets", can push an airplane up to 6, 7 and even 8 times the speed of sound.
How powerful was a B29?
The B-29 had a maxium speed of 357 MPH, and a cruising speed of 220 MPH. It had a combat range of 3,250 miles and could fly at 33,600 feet. It was armed with 12 .50 cal. machine guns (some had a 20 mm tail gun) and could carry 20,000 pounds of bombs. It had a crew of 11 men.
What kind of planes were used in the world war 2?
All sorts. Bombers- Used to bomb cities, other land and sea targets. This war introduced the use of "heavies", these had four engines and lots of armor. Famous types include the: German Heinkel He 111, the standard mid size bomber. American Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, a Heavily Armored Heavy. British Avro Lancaster: Heavy with less armor, this allowed for a larger bomb load. Fighters- Used to shoot down bombers and other fighters. Sometimes used for dive bombing. Famous types included the: American North American P-51 Mustang, Very fast fighter, very good. Ranked Number 1 fighter of all time by Military Channel. German Messerschmitt Me-109, VEry fast, great, was out turned by the Spitfire, this was the main advantage of the Spitfire. British Supermarine Spitfire, Great fighter. Excellent speed and maneuverability. In between 1 and 10 on the MIlitary Channel list. Reconnaissance- Used to take pictures of the enemy lines, factories, and cities. No famous types, these were not recognized as inspirational by the public.
Why was there a D-day?
To take back Normandy and Paris so the Allies could push back Germany back to Germany and speed V-E day (Victory Europe Day)
How fast is a sherman tank?
The M4 Sherman Tank's top speed was around 28 mph which wasn't as fast as the Soviet T34 tank at 36 mph top speed. Its main superiority over all other tanks during the Second World War was its sheer strength in numbers. Though it could only destroy a German Panther or Tiger tank within 90 yards at the rear, the great manueverability and numbers could take one out with minimal casualties, being aided by the fact that the Tiger tank's barrel rotation speed was about 2 minutes for a full 360 degree turn.
Who is the first American pilot to exceed the speed of sound in an airplane?
The first American pilot to exceed the speed of sound in an airplane was Chuck Yeager.
What is the top speed of a mark 1 Spitfire?
The Mk 1 Spitfire could do 365 mph. at 18,000 feet.
What is an aircraft that can exceed the speed of sound?
super sonic
What is the top speed of a Spitfire?
The top speed of a British Spitfire is three hundred and sixty miles per hour. The Spitfire can reach an altitude of thirty six thousand feet.
What can go faster then sound?
Airplanes cars motorcycles light , charged particles all exceed the speed of sound
What is a supersonic aircraft?
Supersonic aircraft are those that can exceed the sound barrier. I.e. Concorde was capable of this. Any craft that can exceed 1 to 5 times the speed of sound falls in this category.
How was the Spitfire successful in the dogfight?
It could turn and roll faster than the Bf109, and had slightly more speed.
Was the spitfire famous for speed and dodging?
Yes, the Spitfire was famous as a close in 'dog fighter'
What is the top speed for a world war 2 spitfire?
Spitfires at the end of the war could fly about 440 mph.
What would happen if the diaphragm of a speaker exceeded the sound barrier?
Exceeding the sound barrier refers to speed of travel, not loudness of sound. A speaker cannot "exceed the sound barrier".
What was the max speed of a Spitfire?
The max speed of the final Spitfires was about 460 mph.
How slow can a Spitfire go but still fly?
Spitfire's stalling speed was about 80-90 mph on most models .
