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Convair F-102A Delta Dagger 57-0870
United States Air Force - Convair F-102A-95-CO Delta Dagger 57-0870, of the 482nd Fighter Interceptor Squadron, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. After first-line service, 0870 was converted to a PQM-102A remotely-piloted target. Date: 1960
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1960 After Convair Converted Dagger Delta Interceptor Squadron Target Wright Patterson Base
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In this photograph, the Convair F-102A Delta Dagger jet fighter 57-0870 of the United States Air Force's 482nd Fighter Interceptor Squadron is seen at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in 1960. The Delta Dagger, a single-engine, all-weather interceptor, was a formidable aircraft during its first-line service in the late 1950s and early 1960s. The sleek and powerful 57-0870, a 95-CO variant, is depicted with its distinctive delta wing design and distinctive tail fin. The Delta Dagger was designed to intercept and engage enemy aircraft at supersonic speeds, making it an essential asset during the height of the Cold War. However, as technology advanced and new aircraft models emerged, the 57-0870 was eventually retired from active duty. In this image, the Delta Dagger has been repurposed as a PQM-102A remotely-piloted target, a role it would continue to serve for many years. The photograph captures the Delta Dagger's timeless beauty and the grace of a bygone era in aviation history. The image is a testament to the versatility and adaptability of military aircraft, as well as the ingenuity of the engineers and pilots who designed and operated them. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the history of military aviation, showcasing the Convair F-102A Delta Dagger 57-0870 in its final days of service at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in 1960.
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