
SR-71 Blackbird: The Secret Vigil
Genres
Overview
Few aircraft have attracted more attention than the ominous black supersonic jet that for years has ranged the world on reconnaissance missions. This is the definitive tribute to an extraordinary peacekeeper, the SR-71 Blackbird. The History. The Technology. The Missions. The Pilots. And compelling, gripping footage of the Blackbird itself, on its "rocket ride" through the world's airspace.
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Budget
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Revenue
$0
Runtime
60 min
Release Date
1990-01-01
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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Buck Adams
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