The Northrop XP-56 Black Bullet was one of the most radical experimental aircraft of World War II. Designed as a tailless, magnesium-alloy fighter with contra-rotating propellers, it represented Northrop’s bold attempt to create a high-speed interceptor unlike anything else in the skies. This video dives deep into the history of the XP-56, from its early 1939 concept as the N-2B model, through engineering breakthroughs in heliarc welding, to its troubled test flights at Muroc Air Base.Discover why this ambitious design failed to reach production, what made it a milestone in aviation innovation, and how it influenced future aircraft development. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, military history fans, and anyone curious about the boldest experiments of WWII aircraft engineering.If you love rare aircraft, forgotten prototypes, and stories behind aviation legends, this is a must-watch.00:00 – Intro Retro Transport00:05 – Northrop XP-56 Black Bullet History03:01 – Outro Retro Transport#RetroTransport #NorthropXP56 #BlackBullet #WWII #Aircraft #ExperimentalAircraft #AviationHistory #MilitaryAviation #Northrop #Aviation