The B-58 Blunder: How the U.S. Abandoned its Best Strategic

The B-58 Blunder: How the U.S. Abandoned its Best Strategic Bomber.

Highly effective weapons of war that often cost millions of dollars can easily end up in a trash pile due to quick and uninformed decisions. This work is a case study on how the B-58 supersonic bomber came to a premature death in the U.S. military, largely because of infighting among military and civilian leaders, who failed to understand the value of this fantastic airplane. It was a technological marvel for its time and the very best pilots and navigators were chosen to fly this unique aircraft. At its maximum speed of 2.2 Mach (1,452 mph) it was 2Â½ times faster than the muzzle velocity of a .45 caliber bullet. It could fly faster and out turn must fighters of its day and was also capable of flying close to tree top level just below the speed of sound. It was nearly undetectable by enemy radars due to its speed and low radar cross section and was better at flying through heavy turbulence due to its solid delta wing design. It had a highly accurate navigation and bombing system. It had a capsule ejection system for the safety of the aircrew and was capable of getting airborne in only half the time required by other bombers. Told for the first time, this is the inside story that dispels the unproven myths surrounding the demise of the B-58 and why this magnificent airplane should have been saved. Its loss from the nuclear armory was a severe blow to our â€œCold Warâ€ deterrence strength. The B-58 was a bomber that set the standard for fear in the heart of an enemy. Its loss was a strategic mistake. The author provides lessons learned and recommendations for military and civilian leaders, going forward, to hopefully prevent future blundersâ€”like what happened to the B-58.
Country USA
Brand Ingramcontent
Manufacturer George Holt Jr.
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber black & white illustrations
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780692478813
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Ingramcontent
Manufacturer	George Holt Jr.
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	black & white illustrations
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780692478813
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The B-58 Blunder: How the U.S. Abandoned its Best Strategic Bomber.

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