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Sleek black aircraft taking off with afterburners engaged, set against a bright blue sky and green landscape.

SR-71A Blackbird – Full Power Takeoff at RAF Fairford (Stuart H. Bourne)

Name: SR-71A Blackbird – Full Power Takeoff at RAF Fairford (Stuart H. Bourne)
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SR-71A Blackbird launching into full-thrust ascent at RAF Fairford. Captured by Stuart H. Bourne, this image showcases the raw power and heat signature of the world’s fastest jet in a rare operational moment.

This dramatic photograph captures the Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird at the peak of its full-power takeoff from RAF Fairford, with twin J58 engines flaring and landing gear still extended. Shot by renowned aviation photographer Stuart H. Bourne, the image freezes a rare moment of kinetic intensity—where stealth, speed, and engineering converge. The SR-71A, designed by Lockheed’s Skunk Works, was capable of Mach 3+ flight and altitudes above 85,000 feet. Its titanium skin and radar-deflecting profile made it virtually untouchable during Cold War reconnaissance missions. This takeoff scene exemplifies the aircraft’s legendary status and is ideal for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts seeking authentic, viewpoint-specific imagery.

SR-71A Blackbird – Full Power Takeoff at RAF Fairford (Stuart H. Bourne)

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