MB-1/AIR-2A "Genie"

MB-1/AIR-2A

The Genie was created to fill the need for a nuclear capable air-to-air rocket to protect the U.S. against the attacks of enemy bombers. The unguided solid-fuel rocket had a maximum speed of mach 3, a maximum range of six miles with a ceiling of over 50,000 feet.

Length 9 feet, 8 inches
Diameter 17.5 inches
Weight 822 pounds
Stockpiled 1957-1984