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| Code: MP-5389 Price: $23.95 Status: In Stock Quantity in Cart: none | Postage Stamp Planes 5389 Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird Diecast Model USAF 9th SRW, #61-7975 Black Cat, Kadena AFB, Japan |
1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird | | 6.5" | | 3.25" |
Aircraft #61-7975 first flew on April 13th, 1967 and was given the nickname "Black Cat" while operational with the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing. This aircraft is currently on display at the March Field Museum at March ARB, California. 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 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The "Postage Stamp Planes" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. "Postage Stamp Planes" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads.
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