Jet Bomber Milestone: The Legacy of Arado Ar 234 - PlaneHistoria

jet 234The Arado Ar 234 is a twin-engined single-seat Reconnaissance and Bomber Aircraft produced by the German manufacturer Arado Flugzeugwerke GmbH in operation with the German Luftwaffe during the last two years of the WorldThe Arado 234 was the first operational jet-powered bomber in the world. Only a little more than 200 were built, even less saw actual combat. Nevertheless, it earned its place in aviation history and is worshipped by some members of