SR-71 Blackbird – the Fastest Plane in History Is Rotting In a Museum

It is hard not to be impressed when seeing the Lockheed SR-71 up close, even if it is difficult for many to fully appreciate the significance of the aircraft. Today, it is possible to see several retired "Blackbirds" – its unofficial moniker – in various museums around the country.

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