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The Lockheed SR-71 "Blackbird" is a retired long-range, high-altitude, Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft developed and manufactured by the American aerospace company Lockheed Corporation. The SR-71 has several nicknames, including "Blackbird" and "Habu".
Dec 21, 2014 · It’s still the world’s fastest aeroplane with a speed of 2,193 mph (3,530 km/h.) This fascinating video reveals how its top secret engine technology works.
Nov 29, 2019 · The Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird”, the famous high-altitude Mach 3 reconnaissance aircraft designed by Kelly Johnson at Lockheed’s Skunk Works division, is still holding, as of 2019, the...
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To minimize its chances of being detected in enemy airspace, the SR-71 incorporated one of the first uses of stealth technology, including radar-absorbing composites for the leading edges and...
At the heart of the SR-71’s propulsion system was the Pratt & Whitney J58 turbojet engine, a technological marvel in its own right. Surprisingly, this engine could provide only 17.6% of the thrust required for Mach 3.2 flight.
May 28, 2024 · The SR-71 played a pivotal role in U.S. diplomacy and military strategy throughout the Cold War. Unarmed, the Blackbird took pictures and used a combination of sensors to intercept...
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