Republic XF-84H Thunderscreech
The Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" was an American experimental turboprop aircraft derived from the F-84F Thunderstreak. Powered by a turbine engine that was mated to a supersonic propeller, the XF-84H had the potential of setting the unofficial air speed record for propeller-driven aircraft, but was unable to overcome aerodynamic deficiencies and engine reliability problems, resulting in the program's cancellation. Its name, Thunderscreech, is a reference to its extremely loud supersonic propeller.
| XF-84H "Thunderscreech" | |
|---|---|
| XF-84H serial number 51-17060 in flight, with the ram air turbine extended | |
| Role | Experimental fighter |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Republic Aviation |
| First flight | 22 July 1955 |
| Primary user | United States Air Force |
| Number built | 2 |
| Developed from | Republic F-84F Thunderstreak |
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