Convair NB-36H experimental nuclear-powered bomber developed in the 1950s to demonstrate the feasibility of aircraft nuclear propulsion. The aircraft was powered by a 1MW reactor weighing 16,000 kgs (35,000 lbs). Only one was built.
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