Smithsonian SR-71 Blackbird Die-Cast Model

This Blackbird is located at the Smithsonian's Uvdar Hazy Center

Officially licensed by the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, this high quality die-cast model is a faithful replica of aircraft 61-7972. Kept in a special hangar between 1993 and 2001 at Washington Dulles International Airport, it is now on display at the Steven F. Uvdar-Hazy center in Chantilly, Virginia. Most well kept of the remaining Blackbirds, it retains four speed records that it achieved during March of 1990, including a US West Coast to East Coast time of just under one hour and eight minutes. Piloted by Lt. Col. Ed Yielding with RSO Lt. Col. Joseph Vida in the backseat on their final flight, the aircraft finished its duties with 2,801.1 flight hours completed. Recognized as one of the primary test aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base during the 1980s, it stands prominently for all to see. Measuring 6”l with a 3.25” wingspan at 1:200 scale, this die-cast model features an authentic paint scheme, etched panel lines, and pad printed decals. Arrives fully built and painted with an included display stand. 

Features:

• Durable die-cast metal construction

• Authentic panel line details

• Historical paint scheme with printed decals

• Included display stand

• Measures 6”l with a 3.25” wingspan at 1:200 scale

• Officially licensed