McDonnell ADM-20 Quail

The Quail would be used during an actual bombing attack to confuse an enemy's defensive radar network. In order to fit inside the B-52 bomb-bay, the Quail is equipped with folding wings. During launch, the wings unfold for flight.

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ADM-20 Quail

The Quail is an air-launched decoy missile carried by the B-52 strategic bomber. It produced a radar image very similar to that of the B-52 and flew at approximately the same speed and altitude. The Quail on display was transferred to the Air Force Museum from Eglin AFB, Florida, in January 1961.

 
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