Lippisch P.13 Experimental Interceptor

The Lippisch P.13 stands as a testament to the bold and innovative designs that emerged during the tumultuous times of World War II. Though it never progressed beyond the conceptual stage, this aircraft was envisioned as a high-speed interceptor, utilizing revolutionary aerodynamics with its delta wing design. The P.13 was proposed to be powered by a coal-burning ramjet engine, a testament to the desperate search for alternative fuel sources during the war's resource-strapped final years. Its design was spearheaded by Alexander Lippisch, a pioneer in delta wing aircraft, whose work laid the groundwork for future supersonic aircraft. The Lippisch P.13 remains a fascinating 'what-if' in aviation history, symbolizing the extreme lengths to which designers would go to gain an edge in aerial combat.