B-58A Hustler 59-2458A #1 is a piece of digital artwork by Dale Jackson which was uploaded on September 7th, 2015.
B-58A Hustler 59-2458A #1
The U.S. Air Force's first operational supersonic bomber, the B-58 made its initial flight on Nov. 11, 1956. In addition to the Hustler's delta wing... more
by Dale Jackson
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B-58A Hustler 59-2458A #1
Artist
Dale Jackson
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Digital Art - Digital
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The U.S. Air Force's first operational supersonic bomber, the B-58 made its initial flight on Nov. 11, 1956. In addition to the Hustler's delta wing shape, distinctive features included a sophisticated inertial guidance navigation and bombing system, a slender "wasp-waist" fuselage and an extensive use of heat-resistant honeycomb sandwich skin panels in the wings and fuselage. Since the thin fuselage prevented the carrying of bombs internally, a droppable, two-component pod beneath the fuselage contained a nuclear weapon -- along with extra fuel, reconnaissance equipment or other specialized gear. The B-58 crew consisted of a pilot, navigator/bombardier and defense systems operator.
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September 7th, 2015
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