Vought S-1B

The Vought S-1B was an American jet prototype from the late 1940s, designed as a high-performance fighter aircraft. It featured a sleek, swept-wing design and was equipped with a powerful turbojet engine, aiming to combine speed and agility. Although it demonstrated promising capabilities during testing, the S-1B did not enter production due to technological and programmatic challenges. Its development contributed to advancements in jet aircraft technology and influenced future fighter designs, serving as a stepping stone in the evolution of military aviation during the post-World War II era.