Research Projects

The Invader was used many times for research and testing during World War II and After. In some cases the Invader played only a small role in the overall technology, but in other cases the plane was the main research test bed.

• 105mm Canon
• Project Highball
• Jet Engine Testing
• SHORAN
• Project Redbird
• Drag Parachute Testing
• Unmanned Aerial Drones
• Guided Missile Research
• Ejection Seat Testing
• Project Thunderstorm
• Bomb Bay Spoilers
• Hell Roarer
• Under Wing Cargo Pod
• Variable Elevation Cannon
• Operation Shed Light