The SR-71 Blackbird Was So Fast It Could Out Run Missiles

The SR-71 achieved a record top speed of 2,193 mph – while other aircraft could reach such extreme speeds in theory – but would melt due to the atmospheric friction and heat – the Blackbird could maintain it for extended periods.

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