Tag: museum of flight

  • SR-71 Blackbird

    The SR-71 Blackbird was based on the A-11 as an unarmed reconnaissance aircraft capable of flying at high altitudes and reaching Mach 3 speeds. Lockheed began manufacturing the SR-71 in February of 1963. On December 22 of the following year, the plane completed its first test flight in absolute secrecy, and the work on the […]

  • The Museum of Flight

    Seattle, Washington The Museum of Flight has numerous exhibits, galleries, archives, and interactive programs for visitors. If you have your own private airplane, you can even land at Boeing Field and park on the Museum’s ramp! In the Museum of Flight’s outdoor Airpark, visitors can stroll beside some of the aircraft that have made America […]