6.1K views · 361 reactions | Convair F-102A Delta Dagger 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 F-102 made its initial flight on Oct. 24, 1953, and became operational with the Air Defense Command in 1956. #avgeek #dronevideo #history | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force | Facebook