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Beteilige Person: Braas, Nico
Format: E-Book
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: Amsterdam Lanasta 2023
Schriftenreihe:Warplane no. 06
Links:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/9789086163236/type/BOOK
Zusammenfassung: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.<br><br>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.
Umfang:1 Online-Ressource (48 Seiten)
ISBN:9789086163236