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From: miles@ms.uky.edu (Stephen D. Grant)
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Subject: Nuclear Powered Planes: Feasibility?
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Date: 4 Nov 89 04:11:31 GMT
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From: "Stephen D. Grant" <miles@ms.uky.edu>

Hi folks. While absorbing some concepts in my national security class,
it was mentioned that back in the 60's the concept of a nuclear powered
aircraft was on the drawing board. However there seemed to be some problem
with putting a reactor aboard an aircraft. (Something to do with the weight
of the reactor?) Can anyone else add to this topic as to why such a 
development is not possible, or cite any research that has been done with
Nuclear Powered aircraft?

Thanks
Miles

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