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Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird

The Illustrated History of America’s Legendary Mach 3 Spy Plane Goodall, USAF (Ret.). The world’s only operational Mach 3 aircraft, the iconic SR-71 Blackbird spy plane was designed by Lockheed’s notable “Skunk Works.” Covering all fifty Blackbirds built, this illustrated history begins with the first flight in 1962 to its last in 1999. Includes the author’s personal images, along with those from other sources. 224 pages, color photos, 12"x 9", hardcover. #704315 $44.95

SR-71A Blackbird with D-21B Drone Kit

This 1/72 scale plastic kit replicates the SR-71A Blackbird, and features authentic decals for two experimental versions, an option of having D-21B drone attached or separate, engraved panel lines, realistic surface details, and easy-to-follow instruction guide. Assembly required, skill level 2, 18½" long. #706939 $54.95

SR-71A Blackbird Model

On 1/72 SCALE March 21, 1968, the SR-71 (#976) was own as the rst Blackbird to conduct an operational mission over Vietnam by Ed Payne and Jerry O'Malley. Finishing with 2,985.7 career ight hours, it’s currently exhibited at the U.S. Air Force Museum. This 1/72 scale, Air Force 1, die cast model of “Snarling Cat” features realistic conical spikes, a glazed canopy, authentic markings, a glazed canopy, authentic markings, and a display base. 17¾" long. #703906 $112.95and a display base. 17¾" long.

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Area 51 Black Jets

A History of the Aircraft Developed at Groom Lake, America’s Secret Aviation Base Yenne. Since the mid-1950s, Area 51 has served as a top-secret CIA testing site for American military aviation technology – the objects really ying around in the area. With a chronological overview alongside breathtaking images of programs carried out at Area 51, this title o ers readers a declassi ed view of military aviation history. 192 pages, 140 color & 90 B&W photos, 8"x10", softcover. #703257 $24.95

First Flight of the Blackbird Signed by SR-71 Test Pilot Robert Gilliland! Stan Stokes. Introduced in 1966, the legendary SR-71 Blackbird would go on to become SAVE $20 the fastest air breathing, manned aircraft in history. LIMITED EDITION Before it could achieve its thunderous success, however, it needed to be ight-tested. This print pays tribute to that fateful day – December 22, 1964 – when pilot Robert Gilliland took the aircraft on its maiden ight, escorted by an F-104 Starfighter. 16"x11½". Featuring the Skunk Works insignia on its rudders, this 1/200 scale, die cast its rudders, this 1/200 scale, die cast model recreates an SR-71 model recreates an SR-71 Blackbird as it was Blackbird as it was flown by Lt. Col. Raymond E. flown by Lt. Col. 1/200 SCALE "Ed" Yielding and Lt. Col. Joseph T. "Ed" Yielding and Lt. Col. Joseph T. "JT" Vida. It includes a seethrough canopy, authentic decals, and a through canopy, authentic decals, and a metal stand. 6¼" long. #701170 $22.95 22.95

SR-71 Blackbird Defender of Front Crest Freedom T-Shirt

Pay homage to the Mach 3+ capable aircraft, the SR-71! Featuring elegant screen-printed graphics, this charcoal t-shirt is made of a soft pre-shrunk cotton/polyester blend. #706942 M, L, XL: $27.95 2XL, 3XL: $29.95

Skunk Works T-Shirt

Signature Edition – Save $20! Signed by the artist and SR-71 Test Pilot Robert Gilliland! #700564 Reg: $89.95 $69.95 Standard Edition – Save $20! Signed by the artist! #7182 Reg: $39.95 $19.95

3-Piece Patch Set

These patches are attachable to any hook and loop con guration, or sewn on to your favorite jacket. Blackbird and NASA patches: 4"x 4". Air Force patch: 5"x 1". Air Force patch: 5"x 1". #706946 $19.95 Front Crest

Featuring the logo for the secretive program, Skunk Works, this stylish t-shirt is perfect for M, L, XL: $27.95 2XL, 3XL: $29.95 any Lockheed Martin fans. 100% cotton. #706099

Skunk Works Facemask

This 100% polyester facemask includes adjustable mask includes adjustable straps for a comfortable t. straps for a comfortable t. Machine washable. Machine washable. #707028 $12.95

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