About This Item
Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of the Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird Stealth Aircraft "9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing, Detachment 4, RAF Mildenhall" United States Air Force die cast model by Herpa, featuring a detailed exterior, true-to-scale accuracy, and includes landing gear but does not come with a display stand. The model is made of diecast metal with some plastic parts for durability and a heavy, realistic feel, measures approximately 6.25 inches in length with a 3.25-inch wingspan, and does not have any openings, coming in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging. The Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird, operated by the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing, was one of the most advanced reconnaissance aircraft ever built, designed for long-range, high-speed, high-altitude intelligence missions during the Cold War, capable of exceeding Mach 3 and altitudes over 85,000 feet, making it nearly impossible to intercept. Assigned to Detachment 4 at RAF Mildenhall, the Blackbird conducted intelligence-gathering missions over Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union, providing critical photographic and radar data that informed military and political strategies. First flown in 1964 and developed by Lockheed’s Skunk Works under Kelly Johnson, the SR-71A set a benchmark in aerospace engineering and remained in service until the 1990s, leaving a lasting legacy as the fastest and highest-flying operational aircraft in history. This 1:200 scale model captures the sleek, stealthy design and meticulous details of the SR-71A, making it a highly detailed and iconic addition for collectors and aviation enthusiasts.
