My guess is that a B-58 pilot was probably the best aircraft pilot the world has ever seen. The B 58 was before the time of aircraft automation that lessens the workload in contemporary aircraft these days, it was a radical design that was beyond state of the art; many lessons had not yet been learned. But most of all, NO COPILOT! And then consider that in the latter years of its service life, the mission was changed to low level, high speed flight, the most challenging flying regime. And i bet the bombardier-navigator was a really special guy too. Low level radar navigation is really hairy in terms of taking fixes because of the small range of the radar at low altitudes. Great people, a tribute to how excellent people can be . They are the same as the great athletes, musical performers and so forth.
Thank you, Coloniel. My father flew the F104 in Vietnam and the “Hustler” was his favorite airplane of all time. It was surely strange to hear a “TAC” pilot have such admiration for a “SAC” airplane. As the Hustler used four J79’s did the B58 “howl” like the F104? Thanks for sharing your memories, sir.
I gotta go back to that museum one day really isn’t nearly enough. I was there only for a day after attending the huge amateur (ham) radio fest held every year known as “The Dayton Hamfest” in 2017. Then I went up to Cleveland to spend a day at the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame! Ohio has a lot going on!
Best aviation museum in the U.S. I used to drive out once a month or so from Columbus when I was in school and spend the day. It was the best way to relax, soak up our history, and recharge the batteries.
Really great museum. I try to visit every couple of years as it is just up the road. If you are passing through Ohio it's a must see. If you have the time, plan for a good 4 -6 six hours, pack a lunch and wear comfortable shoes. ; )
About 20%, and not really that bad for such a high performance and state -of-the-art. The big drawback to the B 58 was maintenance costs......Air Force brass felt that they could have five B 52 squadrons for what one B 58 squadron cost.
My guess is that a B-58 pilot was probably the best aircraft pilot the world has ever seen. The B 58 was before the time of aircraft automation that lessens the workload in contemporary aircraft these days, it was a radical design that was beyond state of the art; many lessons had not yet been learned. But most of all, NO COPILOT! And then consider that in the latter years of its service life, the mission was changed to low level, high speed flight, the most challenging flying regime. And i bet the bombardier-navigator was a really special guy too. Low level radar navigation is really hairy in terms of taking fixes because of the small range of the radar at low altitudes.
Great people, a tribute to how excellent people can be . They are the same as the great athletes, musical performers and so forth.
Had the privilege to meet Colonel Jones today... Absolute class act and totally a hero still with us!
Thanks Airboyd for sharing our videos!!! Great to spread the word of this amazing history and the people behind it!
I live 4 mins From Little Rock Airforce Base and they have a B 58 bomber on static display at the Hertage Park on base
Thank you, Coloniel. My father flew the F104 in Vietnam and the “Hustler” was his favorite airplane of all time. It was surely strange to hear a “TAC” pilot have such admiration for a “SAC” airplane.
As the Hustler used four J79’s did the B58 “howl” like the F104?
Thanks for sharing your memories, sir.
the hustler and the f4 didn't howl because the 104 had a different air induction for the engine
So glad I got to see this plane at the museum! Such a beast. Took me 4 days till I finally saw everything at the museum.
I gotta go back to that museum one day really isn’t nearly enough. I was there only for a day after attending the huge amateur (ham) radio fest held every year known as “The Dayton Hamfest” in 2017. Then I went up to Cleveland to spend a day at the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame! Ohio has a lot going on!
Best aviation museum in the U.S. I used to drive out once a month or so from Columbus when I was in school and spend the day. It was the best way to relax, soak up our history, and recharge the batteries.
I noticed Early in the Video . C-130 Hercules . Still WIDELY in use to this day . Talk about " Built to Last " .
Lockheed's Crowning Achievement .
excellent video just amazing. to see all these and the explanation on these was super too.. Thank you for everything
Really great museum. I try to visit every couple of years as it is just up the road. If you are passing through Ohio it's a must see. If you have the time, plan for a good 4 -6 six hours, pack a lunch and wear comfortable shoes. ; )
Amazing.
What an experience, to fly a jet like that.
With a very few B-58s hustlers surviving I wonder if there is the remote chance that one being restored and flown?
Were there ever any S.A.C. camouflaged B-58s?
Big flight
No mention of the crash losses
About 20%, and not really that bad for such a high performance and state -of-the-art.
The big drawback to the B 58 was maintenance costs......Air Force brass felt that they could have five B 52 squadrons for what one B 58 squadron cost.
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