-Instead, it was that jet’s high costs that ultimately forced it into permanent retirement—but not before American lawmakers forced the U.S. Air Force to pull a few back into service. The SR-71’s ...

The SR-71 Blackbird is famous for many things: its unmatched speed, its stealth, and its distinctive black paint. But look closely at its landing gear, and you'll notice something surprising: ...

Meet the SR-71 Blackbird — the jet that outran missiles and broke every speed record in the book. Built for stealth and speed, it's still the fastest plane to ever take to the skies! CBS is ending ...

The SR-71 is perhaps the most iconic Cold War spy aircraft, famous for many record-setting flights. Seemingly impervious to loss by enemy defenses, a dozen Blackbirds were lost to accidents. On July ...

The SR-71 Blackbird was one of the most remarkable machines ever built. Designed during the Cold War for long-range reconnaissance, the SR-71 served with both the CIA and the U.S. Air Force and ...

Military pilots have a habit of going out on missions in pairs or small groups. That's because no matter the mission ahead, it's always easier for the lead pilot to see it through with friends around.

The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is a visitor favorite at the National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum Lieutenant Colonel Ed Yeilding shot ...

-Officially retired due to high costs and improving satellite tech, a former SR-71 RSO, Richard “Butch” Sheffield, reveals in his unpublished book that the decision was politically driven. -The Air ...

State Route 71 will be intermittently closed for repairs starting next Monday. The closures will happen along the Pomona section of the freeway between State Route 60. Caltrans recommended motorists ...

The SR-71 Blackbird is one of the United States' most recognizable and iconic aircraft. Its design is impressive, and while the U.S. only built 32, it remains a favorite of hobbyists and enthusiasts.

Since childhood, Berat has been a PC gamer who strives to play indie games with a true sense of exploration. In his spare time, Berat often reads some of the darkest manga series, such as Berserk and ...