Comment: Weapon systems come and go and seeing one on the way out brings back memories: Peace is Our Profession. Now have found a site stating Peace was Our Profession. This item actually had a 10 year service life!
https://nationalinterest.org/blog/reboot/b-58-hustler-supersonic-bomber-deadly-reputation-209530?dicbo=v2-sQLEBdl
Quote:
The B-58 Hustler was a visually stunning supersonic bomber designed to penetrate Soviet airspace at high speeds. Despite its futuristic looks and performance, the Hustler suffered from a high accident rate, costly upkeep, and an outmoded mission profile. This resulted in a short, ten-year service life. The bomber's demise mirrored the changing strategic landscape, where ICBMs and advances in Soviet defenses made high-flying bombers less viable. Though it never saw combat, the B-58 remains a striking symbol of Cold War innovation and the Air Force's commitment to strategic bombing.
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https://b-58.com/history_operations.php
Comment: Minuteman III is headed this way. Salute to the B-58 people for keeping the memories alive. Note the "Peace was our Profession."