Messerschmitt Me 263

The Messerschmitt Me 263 Scholle (plaice) was a rocket-powered fighter aircraft developed from the Me 163 Komet towards the end of World War II. Three prototypes were built but never flown under their own power as the rapidly deteriorating military situation in Germany prevented the completion of the test program.

Me 263
Model of Me 263
Role Fighter-interceptor
Manufacturer Messerschmitt/Junkers
Designer Alexander Lippisch
First flight 8 February 1945 (unpowered)
Primary user Luftwaffe
Number built 3
Developed from Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet
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