Legends of Military Aviation

Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird strategic reconnaissance aircraft representing Cold War high-altitude reconnaissance aviation

The SR-71 Blackbird: The Spy Plane No One Could Catch


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It flew above 80,000 feet at more than three times the speed of sound. It carried no weapons, yet hostile forces never shot one down. Discover the remarkable story of the SR-71 Blackbird, the Cold War reconnaissance aircraft that pushed pilots, maintainers, engineers and aviation technology to the edge of what seemed possible.

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Robin Olds: The Fighter Pilot Who Changed the Air War Over Vietnam

Robin Olds: The Fighter Pilot Who Changed the Air War...


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World War II ace. Vietnam combat commander. Architect of Operation Bolo. Robin Olds became one of the most respected fighter pilots in U.S. Air Force history not simply because he could fight, but because he believed a commander should face the same dangers as the Airmen he led. Discover the story of the man behind the Phantom, the Wolfpack—and the legendary mustache.

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