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The SR-71 Blackbird Was Built to Outrun Soviet Air Defenses
The SR-71 Blackbirds were used in intelligence-gathering operations over the Soviet Union and Vietnam. A s Washington and ...
US plan for ‘Son of Blackbird’ jet that’ll be world’s fastest plane after Trump gives glimpse into future with his F-47
INCREDIBLE plans have been revealed for a hypersonic superjet dubbed “Son of Blackbird” that could soon become the world’s ...
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The SR-71 Blackbird Is Remembered for More Than Speed and Stealth
The Lockheed Martin SR-71 “Blackbird” still holds the world record as the fastest manned jet aircraft ever constructed, with an official top speed of Mach 3.3 (times the speed of sound).
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Venus Aerospace Developing 6,905 MPH Business Jet
The fastest aircraft ever built, Lockheed’s SR-71 Blackbird traveled at Mach 3.2 (2,455 mph). There are some reports the Blackbird had a faster top speed. Venus has ground tested a new rotating ...
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The SR-71 Blackbird Was Built to Outrun Soviet Air Defenses
However, none of these fifth-generation platforms beat out a Cold War-era aircraft when it comes to top speed. The SR-71 “Blackbird” broke the world’s record for sustained altitude in ...