The Convair B-58 Hustler roared into the U.S. Air Force arsenal in 1960, making history as America’s first operational supersonic bomber. Built at Convair’s Fort Worth factory, just steps from ...
In an era of fantastic aircraft, the B-58 Hustler was one of the most visually striking warplanes ever to fly. Its delta wing, giant engines, and remarkable performance gave rise to the myth that ...
The B-58 Hustler made her maiden flight on Veteran’s Day of 1956 and officially entered into U.S. Air Force operational service on March 15, 1960. Planned as a replacement for the B-47 Stratojet — ...
When thinking of the immense array of bombers that the U.S. Air Force wields these days, it's easy to picture powerful weapons of war that are adept at both delivering enormous explosive payloads and ...