[R-390] RE: [R-390]_F104_can't _remember

[Ray, W2EC]

The Delta Dart was the F-106, derived (significant upgrade) from the
F-102 Delta Dagger but very similar in appearance. Totally different
appearance from F-105.

73, Ray  W2EC

WA5JCI wrote:
> 
> I seem to recall at the ADC squadron of F-105s, all weathere interceptors,
> at Kincheloe, AFB they were called the Delta Dart.
> 
> Been a long time ago, so I may be thinking of something else!
> 
> Also, my introduction to the F104 was at Keesler, AFB. Saw one on the runway
> for takeoff. When he got off the concrete, the pilot dropped the tail and
> went straight up, breaking the sound barrier and then out of sight. Pretty
> impressive to an 18 year old kid.
> 
> es 73 de Pete WA5JCI   EM21jv
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