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In 1996 for Boeing, Cummings developed the final X-40A air vehicle design with emphasis on improved stability and control at high angle-of-attack.

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DAROLD CUMMINGS: Aircraft designer has eye on sky, wheels speeding over ground
February 26, 2019 1:02 p.m.

DAROLD CUMMINGS: Aircraft designer has eye on sky, wheels speeding over ground

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