Blackbird Sr71A
The Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird was a Cold War icon—an aircraft so advanced that it still holds records decades after retirement. Designed by the legendary Skunk Works team under Kelly Johnson, the SR-71A was built for one purpose: to outrun threats. Flying at over Mach 3 and altitudes above 85,000 feet, it could cross continents in under two hours while remaining virtually untouchable by enemy defenses.
Crafted from over 90% titanium, the Blackbird’s sleek, heat-resistant skin expanded mid-flight, sealing fuel leaks and withstanding temperatures that would melt conventional aircraft. Its radar-deflecting shape and speed made it the world’s first operational stealth platform—long before “stealth” was a buzzword.
This category features high-resolution, viewpoint-differentiated images of SR-71A airframes, ideal for aviation historians, modelers, and enthusiasts seeking visual precision and historical depth.
