Amercom 1:144 Flying Fortresses ACLB14
Lockheed YF-12C Blackbird Diecast Model
NASA, #60-6937, Edwards AFB, CA, 1971 |
| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Lockheed YF-12C Blackbird | | 9" | | 4.75" |
The YF-12 "Blackbird" was an experimental fighter-interceptor version of the Lockheed A-12 aircraft. Although the Air Force never adopted the YF-12 as an operational aircraft, it did provide NASA with two YF-12A aircraft in 1969 for research purposes. Following the loss of a YF-12A in a non-fatal accident in 1971, NASA acquired the second production SR-71A (61-7951) from the Air Force. Because the SR-71 program was shrouded in the highest secrecy at that time, the aircraft was designated YF-12C and given the tail no. 60-6937. The bogus tail number actually belonged to a Lockheed A-12 (serial no. 60-6937), but the existence of the A-12 remained classified until 1982. The tail number 06937 was selected because it followed in the sequence of tail numbers assigned to the three existing YF-12A aircraft: 06934, 06935, and 06936. The SR-71 differed from the YF-12A in that the YF-12A had a round nose while the SR-71 had its chine carried forward to the nose of the airplane. There were other differences in internal and external configuration, but the two aircraft shared common inlet designs, structural concepts, and subsystems. Designed as a long-range, strategic reconnaissance aircraft, The Lockheed SR-71 first flew on December 22, 1964. Nicknamed "The Blackbird," this highly-advanced aircraft was believed by many to be ahead of its time. It was capable of mach 3 and still holds the record for the fastest "air breathing manned aircraft" in the world. Its speed and ability to operate at high altitudes served as a defensive feature; when attacked by surface-to-air missiles, the pilot needed only to accelerate to avoid being struck. Only 32 SR-71's were operated during its 34-year service history, and though 12 were destroyed in accidents none were lost to enemy attack. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Amercom "1:144 Flying Fortresses" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military heavy bomber aircraft in 1:144 scale. To help keep the price down, these items arrive in low-cost, discardable blister type packaging. Amercom "Flying Fortresses" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Rotating wheels and propellers.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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