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Convair F-102 Delta Dagger

Convair · Supersonic Interceptor / Supersonic All-Weather Interceptor · USA · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Convair F-102 Delta Dagger — Supersonic Interceptor / Supersonic All-Weather Interceptor
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The Convair F-102 Delta Dagger is an interceptor aircraft designed and produced by the American aircraft manufacturer Convair. A member of the Century Series, the F-102 was the first operational supersonic interceptor and delta-wing fighter operated by the United States Air Force (USAF).

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Fighter
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
USA
Manufacturer
Convair
Operator
USAF / ANG / Turkey / Greece
Primary Role
Supersonic Interceptor / Supersonic All-Weather Interceptor
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1956
Produced
1000
Propulsion
Turbojet
Engine
1x Pratt & Whitney J57-P-23 turbojet
Thrust / Power
17,200 lbf (with AB)
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
68.3
Wingspan (ft)
38.1
Empty Weight (lb)
19050
MTOW (lb)
31500
Service Ceiling (ft)
54000
Range (mi)
1350
Max Speed (mph)
825
Max Speed (Mach)
1.22
Armament
6x AIM-4 Falcon AAM; 24x 2.75-in FFARs (internal weapons bay)