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From Archangel to Senior Crown: Design and Development of the Blackbird (Library of Flight),Used
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"The Lockheed Blackbirds hold a unique place in the development of aeronautics. In their day, the A12, YF12, M21, D21, and SR71 variants outperformed all other jet airplanes in terms of altitude and speed. Now retired, they remain the only production aircraft capable of sustained Mach 3 cruise and operational altitudes above 80,000 feet. This is the first book to address the technical aspects of these incredible aircraft. The author describes the design evolution of the Blackbird, from the Archangel to the Senior Crown (the Air Force? SR71.) He describes in detail the construction and materials challenges faced by Lockheed, as well as the Blackbird? performance characteristics and capabilities. A NASA historian, the author describes NASA? role in using the aircraft as a flying laboratory to collect data on materials, structures, loads, heating, aerodynamics, and performance for highspeed aircraft. The reader will benefit from the book? discussion of the technical and programmatic lessons learned.This volume was produced in cooperation with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration."
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'From Archangel to Senior Crown'? A: The book primarily focuses on the design and development of the Lockheed Blackbirds, detailing their technical aspects, construction challenges, and performance characteristics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'From Archangel to Senior Crown' is Peter W. Merlin, who is a NASA historian.
- Q: What kind of aircraft does the book discuss? A: The book discusses several variants of the Lockheed Blackbird, including the A-12, YF-12, M-21, D-21, and the SR-71.
- Q: When was 'From Archangel to Senior Crown' published? A: The book was published on February 28, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 202 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for aviation enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book is suitable for aviation enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the technical evolution of high-speed aircraft.
- Q: Does the book include information on NASA's involvement with the Blackbird? A: Yes, the book discusses NASA's role in utilizing the Blackbird as a flying laboratory to gather data on various aspects of high-speed aircraft.
- Q: What insights can readers expect to gain from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the technical challenges faced during the Blackbird's development, as well as the lessons learned from its operational history.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.