This is my first replica, which I say went pretty well. I chose the SR-72 as I have some skill I’ve been gaining by building stealthy fighters, such as my F-55.
Activate 1 and use low power for hypersonic speed (afterburner). To disengage afterburner, idle throttle and disengage 1, then use throttle normally. Or you can enable afterburner and blast-off to who knows where, and “burn up” in the process!
I also took the “51” from the predecessor challenge sign and put it on the vertical stabilizer.
Background Info:
The Lockheed Martin SR-72 “Son of the Blackbird” is claimed to be the successor to the famous SR-71 Blackbird, filling in the grey area between reconnaissance satellites and drones/other manned aircraft. It is a stealthy hypersonic recon aircraft, designed to travel at Mach 6 twice as fast as the SR-71. It is expected to enter service in 2030, however in a personal note, will likely be delayed because most military aircraft projects in the US are these days, or at least over budget.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On iOS
- Wingspan 42.1ft (12.8m)
- Length 85.7ft (26.1m)
- Height 19.4ft (5.9m)
- Empty Weight 30,454lbs (13,813kg)
- Loaded Weight 77,220lbs (35,026kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.047
- Wing Loading 250.3lbs/ft2 (1,222.3kg/m2)
- Wing Area 308.5ft2 (28.7m2)
- Drag Points 10655
Parts
- Number of Parts 64
- Control Surfaces 3
- Performance Cost 405
@LordAidanYT great!
I’m not saying I’ll build a replica, but I’m thinking about it after I’m done making this. @Mustang51
@LordAidanYT the moment you mentioned tempest I got all excited
I am currently building an F-22/F-35/BAE Tempest inspired fighter right now that may be better than this. @Mustang51
It is my best, my first replica too. Apparently my most upvoted as well. @Mustang51
Damn this looks awesome! You were right when you said it looks good
Thanks! A lot of practice in building stealthy planes went into this. @AWESOMENESS360
Ahh yes, the Aurora. Such a beautiful aircraft, and very well done here too!