Convair F-106 Delta Dart
Military
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The Convair F-106 Delta Dart of 1956 was the ultimate refined delta-wing interceptor, fast enough to catch most Soviet bombers. At 21.6 meters with an 11.7-meter span, single-seat, and capable of 2,453.9 km/h—approaching Mach 2.3—it dominated air defense for nearly three decades.
Specifications
- Role
- Fighter interceptor
- Crew
- 1
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1956
- Length
- 21.6 m
- Wingspan
- 11.7 m
- Max speed
- 2,454 km/h