Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird

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A legendary Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird on display, admired for unmatched speed and Cold War history.

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Aircraft

SR-71 Blackbird SR-71

Standard USAF Black (Reconnaissance)

Airline

United States Air Force

Manufacturer

Lockheed

Gear

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Insights

Aviation History

The SR-71 Blackbird is renowned for its role as a Cold War reconnaissance aircraft, holding the record as the fastest air-breathing manned aircraft.

Fleet Rarity

All retired, only a handful preserved in museums worldwide.

Record Flights

Holds multiple speed and altitude records, including Los Angeles to Washington D.C. in 64 minutes.

Safety & Events

Famous for outrunning surface-to-air missiles and its secrecy during missions; several mechanical emergencies but no combat losses.

Future Outlook

This airframe is on static display and preserved in a museum.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney J58 (JT11D-20B)

Engine

16.94 m

Wingspan

32.74 m

Length

5,400 km

Range

3,540 km/h (Mach 3.3)

Speed

2 (crew)

Capacity

78,000 kg

MTOW

5.64 m

Height

147 kN (33,000 lbf) each

Thrust

Extremely loud (supersonic jet, no civilian rating)

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