Years In Service: 1956-1976
Initial Flight: October 24, 1953
The primary mission of the F-102 was to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft. It was the world’s first supersonic all-weather jet interceptor and the USAF’s first operational delta wing aircraft. President George W. Bush performed part-time Guard duty as an F-102 pilot through April 1972, logging 336 flight hours.
Aircraft Specifications
Height: 21′ 2″ Wingspan: 38′ 1″ Length: 68′ 4″ Crew: 1; Pilot Armament: Four unguided 2.75-inch rockets and six guided missiles Thrust: 16,000 lbs. No. of Engines: 1 Cruise speed: 600 mph Max Speed: 810 mph Ceiling: 55,000 ft.