The Luftwaffe 1939-1945 Messerschmitt Me 163B 'Komet' (VD+ER). This was the 8th prototype aircraft of the Me 163B. The Komet was a short-range rocket interceptor introduced in late 1944. The 'Komet' had a phenomenal rate of climb and speed but only a few minutes flight duration at full power. Its wild handling qualities and explosive fuel mixture meant accidents were very common.

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