Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird

The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird was a highly advanced, fast reconnaissance aircraft developed in the 1960s for intelligence gathering. It is known for its incredible speed—over Mach 3 (three times the speed of sound)—and its ability to fly at very high altitudes, making it difficult for enemy defenses to track or shoot down. Constructed with special materials to withstand extreme heat generated at high speeds, the SR-71 provided critical aerial surveillance during the Cold War. Its sleek design and cutting-edge technology made it one of the fastest and most iconic aircraft in aviation history.