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| | Code: AE-3903-007 
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. | Atlas Editions Bombers of World War II 3903-007
Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird Diecast Model
USAF 9th SRW, #61-7978 Rapid Rabbit, Kadena AFB, Japan, 1972 |
| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird | | 9" | | 4.75" |
Aircraft #61-7978 first flew on July 5th, 1967 and deployed operationally, along with two other SR-71s, to Kadena AFB in March 1978. Shortly after arrival groundcrews painted the rudders with the Playboy Bunny logo which remained there for most of its carreer, earning it the nickname "Rapid Rabbit". The aircraft was lost in a landing accident at Kadena on July 20th, 1972. 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 Atlas Editions "Bombers of World War II" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft in 1:144 scale. Atlas Editions diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
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