Convair F-106B Delta Dart

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A preserved two-seat Convair F-106B Delta Dart interceptor, displayed in U.S. Air Force markings with prominent CHASE lettering.

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Aircraft

F-106B Delta Dart F106

U.S. Air Force gray scheme with prominent CHASE markings

Manufacturer

Convair

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max back triple camera 6.86mm f/1.78

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 81.0

Crisp jet profile and clear markings, though the helicopter rotor on the right intrudes a bit on the clean frame.

Location

Palm Springs Air Museum

Palm Springs International Airport · PSP/KPSP

33.8319, -116.5050

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Palm Springs International Airport PSP

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Aviation History

The F-106 Delta Dart was the U.S. Air Force’s principal all-weather interceptor during the Cold War and the last dedicated interceptor in USAF service.

Fleet Rarity

The F-106 is retired from military service; surviving examples are preserved or displayed.

Future Outlook

Preserved as a static display aircraft.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney J75-P-17 turbojet

Engine

11.67 m

Wingspan

21.56 m

Length

2,900 km

Range

1,100 km/h

Speed

2 passengers

Capacity

17,350 kg

MTOW

6.18 m

Height

109 kN

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