IWM Duxford | Behind the Ropes: SR71 Blackbird
Its design, testing and operational use were the most closely guarded secrets on the planet. Able to reach Mach 3.2 and a sustained altitude of 85,000 feet, a record set by our SR71 in 1976, this 'spy in the sky' was fitted with cameras that could photograph 100,000 square miles of the Earth's surface per hour.
It was 'untouchable', and could fly above the enemy with total impunity.
In its operational history, over 1,000 anti-aircraft missiles were launched against it and not one even came close. Its incredible speed took it from New York to London in just 1 hour and 54 minutes.
Join your expert guide and step "over the ropes" for a closer look at this breathtaking example of aviation technology at its finest.
This event does not include general admission. Please book a separate general admission ticket for yourself and anyone in your party.
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Its design, testing and operational use were the most closely guarded secrets on the planet. Able to reach Mach 3.2 and a sustained altitude of 85,000 feet, a record set by our SR71 in 1976, this 'spy in the sky' was fitted with cameras that could photograph 100,000 square miles of the Earth's surface per hour.
It was 'untouchable', and could fly above the enemy with total impunity.
In its operational history, over 1,000 anti-aircraft missiles were launched against it and not one even came close. Its incredible speed took it from New York to London in just 1 hour and 54 minutes.
Join your expert guide and step "over the ropes" for a closer look at this breathtaking example of aviation technology at its finest.
This event does not include general admission. Please book a separate general admission ticket for yourself and anyone in your party.
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