Today in Aviation History: The Convair B-58 Hustler Enters Service
On March 15, 1960, the Convair B-58 Hustler officially entered service, marking a major milestone in Cold War aviation. Designed to meet the U.S. Air Force’s need for a supersonic strategic bomber, the Hustler was built for speed—able to get in, deliver its payload, and exit quickly. Convair’s signature delta-wing design, also seen on its…