The B-58 Blunder: How the U.S. Abandoned its Best Strategic BomberBy George Holt Jr
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Highly effective weapons of war that often cost millions of dollars can easily end up in a trash pile due to quick and uninformed decisions. This work is a case study on how the B-58 supersonic bomber came to a premature death in the U.S. military, largely because of infighting among military and civilian leaders, who failed to understand the value of this fantastic airplane. It was a technological marvel for its time and the very best pilots and navigators were chosen to fly this unique aircraft. At its maximum speed of 2.2 Mach (1,452 mph) it was 2½ times faster than the muzzle velocity of a .45 caliber bullet. It could fly faster and out turn must fighters of its day and was also capable of flying close to tree top level just below the speed of sound. It was nearly undetectable by enemy radars due to its speed and low radar cross section and was better at flying through heavy turbulence due to its solid delta wing design. It had a highly accurate navigation and bombing system. It had a capsule ejection system for the safety of the aircrew and was capable of getting airborne in only half the time required by other bombers. Told for the first time, this is the inside story that dispels the unproven myths surrounding the demise of the B-58 and why this magnificent airplane should have been saved. Its loss from the nuclear armory was a severe blow to our “Cold War” deterrence strength. The B-58 was a bomber that set the standard for fear in the heart of an enemy. Its loss was a strategic mistake. The author provides lessons learned and recommendations for military and civilian leaders, going forward, to hopefully prevent future blunders—like what happened to the B-58.
The B-58 Blunder: How the U.S. Abandoned its Best Strategic BomberBy George Holt Jr- Amazon Sales Rank: #12688 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-09-20
- Released on: 2015-09-20
- Format: Kindle eBook
About the Author The author had a thirty-one year career in the US Air Force, including three years as a navigator/bombardier in the B-58. He worked in the Pentagon; was twice a Wing Commander; as well as a Director at the National War College. He has a Military Science degree and a Masters degree in Political Science and has written or co-authored numerous publications in the areas of Military Strategy, and National Defense.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful. GREAT BOOK FOR AIRCRAFT LOVERS By D. Dirga I highly recommend this book about the B-58. I flew this fantastic aircraft from 1965 to 1969. But, Col Holt tells the inside story of how politics and infighting among Air Force Generals destroyed this beautiful and highly efficient aircraft.I was a DSO (systems operator) at Little Rock Air Force Base when the wing was suddenly deactivated. Those of us stationed there were shocked when we opened up the local newspaper in October, 1969 to find out all B-58s were to be removed from service. Less than 3 weeks later, we all started getting transfer orders. Most pilots went to Vietnam, navigators to B-52s and FB-111s, and DSOs to KC-135s. By January, 3 months later, all traces of our wing and 45 B-58s were gone! I had seen military bases closed before, but nothing at the speed this happened.The sad thing was that none of us really knew why we were so suddenly removed. The most logical rumor was that Air Force was given a budget choice between keeping the B-58 and buying the newer FB-111s. Also, as time went on, we started believing the myths about maintenance problems, operating costs, accident rates, and design flaws. But, none of these were true! As an insider at the Pentagon, Col. Holt sets the record straight about how just a few Generals decided they would rather keep 4 older B-52 wings than retain the most sophisticated bomber in the Air Force. He also does a great job of dispelling all the myths that were made up about the B-58. All of us in the B-58 program were hand-picked from either B-47s or B-52s, and we knew there was no comparison with other aircraft. The B-58 was stronger, faster, and more accurate than any other bomber at the time.Again, a great book for a aircraft/military historian, or lovers of great aircraft. I flew 3 models of the B-52, the B-58, KC-135s, RC-135s, and was a staff officer with the SR-71. The B-58 was definitely the highlight of my 21 years in the Air Force. Sad day in history when it was lost!!
34 of 34 people found the following review helpful. but written beautifully. I was at SAC headquarters at the time ... By Doug My wife and I just finished George's book last night and wish it were twice as long. It is not only well documented, but written beautifully. I was at SAC headquarters at the time the decision was made to send the B-58s to the bone yard . I believe Al Dugard and I were the only people in the headquarters who had ever flown the B-58. I don't think either of us were aver consulted or asked for an opinion. It was such a major error. God help us to never make such a mistake again. READ THIS BOOK! IT MAY PISS YOU OFF BUT YOU'LL LOVE IT!Colonel Doug Folts, USAF Retited
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Page Turner By doris hutchins I was curious to read about the B58 blunder. I thought at first glance I would just skim through it as I was not that interested in military aircraft. I became so engrossed after reading passages that I went back to the beginning and read page after page of this interesting historical blunder. To a civilian reading this book you may wonder how and why certain aircraft met their demise. It was well written by Col. Holt and very easy for non-military to understand why the B-58 is no longer with us.Doris Hutchins
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