The Convair F-102 Delta Dagger[N 2] is an interceptor aircraft designed and produced by the American aircraft manufacturer Convair. A member of the Century Series, the F-102 was the …

The primary mission of the F-102 was to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft. It was the world's first supersonic all-weather jet interceptor and the USAF's first operational delta-wing aircraft.

The primary mission of the F-102 was to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft. It was the world's first supersonic all-weather jet interceptor and the USAF's first operational delta-wing aircraft.

Apr 8, 2025 · The Air Force's F-102 Delta Dagger was a novel concept in theory, but in reality, it was a potential danger to the pilots who flew them. Here's why.

Sep 14, 2022 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the CONVAIR F-102 Delta Dagger Single-Seat Supersonic Interceptor Aircraft including pictures.

Entering service in 1956, its main purpose was to intercept invading Soviet bomber fleets. Designed and manufactured by Convair, 1,000 F-102s were built. A member of the Century …

Dec 17, 2024 · Externally, the F-102 Delta Dagger and F-106 Delta Dart, look quite similar. They are both single-place, single-engine, delta wing interceptor-fighters with conventional landing …

Convair F-102 Delta Dagger history, specifications, schematics, pictures, and data.

The F-102 was a highly ambitious machine in almost every respect and, not surprisingly, attaining the goals set for it proved troublesome. However, in the end it became what the Air Force had …

First manufactured in 1956, the F-102 was the first supersonic, all-weather jet interceptor. This aircraft served as an interim weapons system during the Vietnam War until the F-106A entered …