Plane Spotting - Republic JB-2 Loon

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📝 Spotter's notes

A random loon displayed in front of an American Legion in Wheaton, MN. Can’t say I’ve ever seen this type of rocket, other than the V1.

ICAO Type JB2

Model JB-2 Loon

Manufacturer Republic

Airline US Air Force

Livery US Army Air Forces, WWII

Military Military

Engine Ford PJ31-1 pulsejet

Thrust 270 lbf (1.20 kN)

Wingspan 5.72 meters

Length 8.28 meters

Height 1.42 meters

MTOW 2,200 kg

Range 240 km

Capacity None (uncrewed)

Cruise Speed 645 km/h

Noise Rating N/A (unmanned missile)