Postage Stamp Daron NASA YF-12 (SR-71 Blackbird) (1:200) PS5389-1

The YF-12 was an experimental fighter-interceptor version of the Lockheed A-12 reconnaissance aircraft. YF-12s were used in a joint Air Force-NASA research program to study the thermal, structural, and aerodynamic effects of sustained, high-altitude flights. The YF-12 was fabricated primarily from titanium alloy and was painted flat black, which enabled it to withstand high stresses in altitude and temperatures over 500°F. The YF-12 set a speed record of 2,070.101 mph and an altitude record of 80,257.65 feet in 1965. It was never adopted by the military as an operational aircraft. It was, however, a precursor to the SR-71 Blackbird reconnaissance plane.The only YF-12 left in existence is currently displayed at the U.S. Air Force Museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH.

• Authentic NASA-Licensed Model – Officially licensed and part of the Daron Postage Stamp Collection, this YF-12 replica faithfully represents the legendary experimental aircraft that paved the way for the iconic SR-71 Blackbird.
• Great for Collectors & History Buffs – Designed for adult collectors and aviation enthusiasts aged 14 and up, this detailed model highlights the groundbreaking engineering of one of the fastest and highest-flying aircraft ever built.
• Compact Display Size – With package dimensions of 6.7 x 19.3 x 18.4 cm and a lightweight profile, this 1:200 scale model offers the perfect balance of presence and convenience for any shelf, desk, or display case.
• Premium Die-Cast Metal Build – Crafted from durable, high-quality die-cast metal with authentic paint and markings, this model captures the sleek design and matte black finish of the original aircraft used in high-altitude research missions.
• Trusted Daron Quality – From historic military jets to iconic commercial planes, Daron’s Postage Stamp series brings aviation history to life through collectible models that combine accuracy, durability, and educational value.