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| Code: AF-A00088A Status: Sold out - Discontinued We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Air Force 1 Aircraft (Series 2) A00088A Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird Diecast Model USAF, #61-7975, Terry Pappas and John Manzi, Persian Gulf, 1987, Signature Edition |
1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird | | 17.75" | | 9.25" |
During the Iraq-Iran War, Major Terry Pappas and Captain John Manzi launched their SR-71A from Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan, with a distant target in the Persian Gulf. Facing perhaps the most ominous weather of their flying careers, they were required to stay in close formation with the refueling tanker aircraft — often within 12 feet — for nearly a third of their harrowing journey. Ultimately, the Blackbird required five air refuelings, and the non-stop flight took over 11 hours, one of the most grueling and challenging missions ever attempted by the Air Force pilots. Limited Edition, each hand-signed by the pilot, Maj.Terry Pappas. 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 Air Force 1 range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Air Force 1 (Series 2) diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Authentic markings and placard details.
- Metal presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
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