he Lockheed Martin SR-72 "Darkstar" is a hypersonic aircraft concept proposed as a successor to the SR-71 Blackbird. While not officially named "Darkstar," it's often referred to as such due to its fictional appearance in the film Top Gun: Maverick. The SR-72 is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
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Key Features and Design:
Hypersonic Speed:
The SR-72 is designed to fly at hypersonic speeds, significantly faster than the SR-71.
"Son of Blackbird":
It's often referred to as the "Son of Blackbird" due to its intended role as the successor to the legendary SR-71.
Fictional Darkstar in Top Gun: Maverick:
The aircraft depicted in the film Top Gun: Maverick called "Darkstar" bears a resemblance to what a real SR-72 might look like, even though it's fictional.
Development by Skunk Works:
The SR-72 is being developed by Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works, the same team that created the SR-71.
Potential for Deployment:
Lockheed Martin executives previously projected a test vehicle flight by 2025 and potential service in the 2030s.
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