43rd Bombardment Wing B-58 Hustler Model, Convair, Strategic Bomber, 1/64 Scale, Mahogany

43rd Bombardment Wing B-58 Hustler Model Experience the thrill of flying the iconic 43rd Bombardment Wing B-58 Hustler with this stunning wooden model. Crafted from mahogany, each piece is carefully carved and hand-painted to bring this legendary bomber to life. This model is not only a beautiful display piece for your home or office, but it also makes for a unique and meaningful gift for any aviation enthusiast. 18 inch Model Made from Mahogany US Veteran Owned Business The B-58 Hustler was a revolutionary supersonic medium bomber developed by the United States in the 1960s. Known for its sleek and futuristic design, it was a formidable aircraft that played a crucial role in the Cold War. With its powerful engines and advanced technology, the B-58 could reach speeds of up to 1,300 mph and could deliver nuclear weapons to any target in the world. Add a piece of aviation history to your collection with this handcrafted B-58 Hustler wooden model. Get yours today and experience the excitement of flying this legendary aircraft. The 43rd Bomb Wing was stationed at Little Rock AFB in Arkansas in September 1964. Despite its reputation as an effective weapons system, the Defense Department decided to phase out the B-58 fleet in December 1965 due to its high altitude performance no longer being able to guarantee success against increasingly advanced Soviet air defenses. SAC had always been dissatisfied with the B-58's limited range and felt that it was forced upon them by congressional pressure, but the aircraft had gone through a long development process and its bugs had been resolved. The B-58 was also more expensive compared to the B-52 and B-47, with a unit cost of $33.5 million compared to $9 million and $3 million, respectively. Additionally, the cost of maintaining and operating two B-58 wings was equal to the cost of maintaining six B-52 wings. The retirement process for the B-58 began in November 1969 and was completed in January 1970, with the first B-58 being sent to the "boneyard" at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base on November 5th.