Blackbird LC
The Lockheed SR-71 "Blackbird" was an advanced, long-range, Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft.[1]
It was developed as a black project from the Lockheed A-12
reconnaissance aircraft in the 1960s by the Lockheed Skunk Works.
Clarence "Kelly" Johnson
was responsible for many of the design's innovative concepts. During
reconnaissance missions the SR-71 operated at high speeds and altitudes
to allow it to outrace threats. If a surface-to-air missile launch was
detected, the standard evasive action was simply to accelerate and
outfly the missile.[2]
The SR-71 served with the U.S. Air Force from 1964 to 1998. Of the 32
aircraft built, 12 were lost in accidents, though none to enemy action.[3][4] The SR-71 has been given several nicknames, including Blackbird and Habu, the latter in reference to an Okinawan species of pit viper.[5] Since 1976, it has held the world record for the fastest air-breathing manned aircraft, a record previously held by the YF-12
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Blackbird LC
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