Convair B-58 Hustler (cold war nuclear bomber)
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$20.00
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Product Details
Author:
Nico Braas
Format:
Paperback
Pages:
48
Publisher:
Amsterdam University Press (November 14, 2013)
Imprint:
Lanasta
Language:
English
Audience:
General/trade
ISBN-13:
9789086161669
Weight:
17.75oz
Dimensions:
8.6875" x 10.625"
File:
TAYLORFRANCIS-TayFran_260326052703354-20260326.xml
Folder:
TAYLORFRANCIS
List Price:
$20.00
Country of Origin:
United States
Pub Discount:
30
Series:
Lanasta - Warplane
As low as:
$19.00
Publisher Identifier:
P-CRC
Discount Code:
H
Overview
When the B-58 Hustler bomber entered service in 1958 it was a very futuristic looking delta wing bomber, creating a lot of sensation. Intended as a successor of the B-47 Stratojet it could reach twice the speed of sound.
However, problems occurred during the development process and costs risings went so out of control that the whole project was almost cancelled a few times. Strategic Air Command was initially against ordering the B-58 for service, not only because of its complexity but also since they saw no advantage of a Mach 2 bomber over other types. Despite this the B-58 entered service at S.A.C. in 1960. It would have a relatively short operational career.
