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LockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950, A-Model \"First Aircraft\" - Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model.
This is a larger high quality plastic model to be constructed and detailed ofthe outstandingLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model.
Shipping within Australia is included,and Worldwide for a small nominal fee as my gift to you.
No aircraft ever captured the curiosity & fascination of the public like theSR-71 Blackbird.Nicknamed\"The Sled\". The aircraft was shrouded in secrecy from its inception. Entering the U.S. Air Force inventory in 1966, theSR-71was the fastest, highest flying jet aircraft in the world. Now a legend of aviation history.
The Blackbird family of aircraft cruise at speeds of more than Mach 3 and fly over 85,000 feet (25,500 m) in altitude. Conceived nearly 50 years ago, \'Blackbirds\' remain the fastest and highest flying air-breathing production aircraft ever built.
There were many iconic Space andAviationachievements in the 20th Century. Thesefeatured many aircraft, but only one was theWorld\'s Fastest Operational Jetthat was able to maintain a\'super cruise\' of Mach 2.5+ for its Missions - the beautifulSR-71 Blackbird.
\"The Sled Pilots\"truly were\"The Untouchables!\"
The model key features are:
- Detailed cockpits and decals
- Positional landing gear \'up\' or \'down\'
Please order now so you don\'t miss out - as these stunning Jets are always in short supply...
Description\'Space and Aviation Firsts\'© 2024.
LockheedSR-71A Blackbird61-17950
7950 was the first in the last and longest line of blackbirds, the SR-71. Unlike the YF-12 and M/D-21, which were built to perform different missions, the SR-71 followed in the A-12\'s footsteps as a purely reconnaissance platform.7950 was the first SR-71 produced; Lockheed test pilot Bob Gilliland flew her solo on her maiden flight on Tuesday, December 22, 1964.
The most noticeable differences between the SR-71 and the A-12 was the rear cockpit and extended \"tail\" of the SR, which extends about 2 feet beyond the elevons and helps to reduce drag.Mission Profile of the SR-71\"Blackbird\"TheLockheed SR-71 \"Blackbird\"is a long range, high-altitude, Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft that was operated by the United States Air Force. It was developed as a black project from the Lockheed A-12 reconnaissance aircraft in the 1960s by Lockheed and its Skunk Works division.
American aerospace engineer Clarence \"Kelly\" Johnson was responsible for many of the design\'s innovative concepts. During aerial reconnaissance missions, the SR-71 operated at high speeds and altitudes to allow it to outrace threats. If a surface-to-air missile launch were detected, the standard evasive action was simply to accelerate and outfly the missile.
The shape of the SR-71 was based on the A-12 which was one of the first aircraft to be designed with a reduced radar cross-section.
The SR-71 served with the U.S. Air Force from 1964 to 1998. A total of 32 aircraft were built; 12 were lost in accidents with none lost to enemy action. The SR-71 has been given several nicknames, including\"Blackbird\" and \"Habu\".
Since 1976, it has held the world record for the fastest air-breathing manned aircraft, a record previously held by the related Lockheed YF-12.
During these record setting flights, the Blackbirds didn’t exceed or even approach their design limits. They flew a standard cruise flight configuration.
In fact, nearly every typical operational mission would exceed the heights and speeds associated with these records.
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Notes:
This isserious and enjoyable premium quality Art Space and Aviation Collecting.If anoffer is to be made,please understand the offer needs to bevery seriously \'close\'!
Size
The beautifulLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Modelis sized at:
Model Length approx 472 mm, 18.1/2 inches.Model Wing Span approx 236mm, 9.1/4inches.No. of Parts 43 Pieces
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Shipping within Australia is included and Worldwide for a nominal fee as my gift to you.
This is a great buy and offering for International, UK, US, European and Asia Pacific Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Modelis a must have beautiful high quality Model of World, USAF and NASAHistory.
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COLLECTORS\' HINTS:\'Space and Aviation Firsts\'© 2024.
Collectors\' Hint 1 - What are my choices with Plastic Model purchasing and collecting?
It is the nature of the Space and Aviation market that Space and Aircraft Model Kits of important space or aviationvehicles tend to be limited in production or alternatively sell very quickly. Two different examples are the premier Apollo 11 kits or the P-51 Mustang.
Many model kits are \'re-launched\' on significant anniversaries.
Typically, the two key choices when purchasing plastic model kits are:
i)Make the Plastic Model or
ii) Preserve the Plastic Model \'pristine\' in its box and with all original plans and parts for the future.
The former choice i) provides the enjoyment and satisfaction of model making, more so when they are rare or unusual models.
The latter choice ii) can sometimes result in a purchase worth thousands of dollars in later years or decades. There are hundreds of examples.
Of course a 3rd choice is to benefit from both and purchase two models!
Limited Editionslike this are exceptional examples!
Photograph Credits:
Photo 1The stunning model box cover for theLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model.
Photo 2 A SR-71 Pilot in the cockpit in the famous yellow/orange \'pressure suit\'[Public domain courtesy Brian Shul SR-71 Pilot - not included]
Photo 3The associated paint plan of theLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model
Photo 4The realLockheedSR-71A Blackbirdin flight[Courtesy USAF not included]
Photo 5The associated parts of theLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model
Photo 6A realLockheedSR-71A Blackbirdon the ramp at sunset.[Courtesy Lockheed Martin not included]
Photo 7The associated decals of theLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model
Photo 8The realLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950in flight.[Courtesy Lockheed Martin not included]
Photo 9The associated plan 1 thru 4 of theLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model
Photo 10The associated plan 5 thru 8 of theLockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model
Photo 11A closer view of the model box for the LockheedSR-71A Blackbird 17950,A-Model \"First Aircraft\"- Limited Edition 1/72 Scale Model
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