The Lockheed U-2, nicknamed "Dragon Lady", is an American single-jet engine, high altitude reconnaissance aircraft operated by the United States Air Force and previously flown by the Central Intelligence Agency. It was designed to fly at 70,000 feet and features a 103 foot wing span. It provides day and night, high-altitude, all-weather intelligence gathering. designed to fly at 70,000 feet and featuring a 103 foot wing span. Wikipedia
Top speed: 500 mph
Wingspan: 103′ 0″
Introduced: 1957
Range: 7,009.1 mi
First flight: August 1, 1955
Engine type: General Electric F118
Manufacturers: Lockheed Corporation, Skunk Works
Number Of Sheets: 2 Sheets
Difficulty: Moderate
Assembled Size: 4.7"L x 7.9"W x 2.4"H (11.93 x 20.06 x 6.09 cm)
Ages 14+
Metal Earth kits are made from high quality steel sheets. Each model features amazing detail with parts cut from one or more 4” square steel sheets. Easy to follow instructions are included with each kit and NO GLUE OR SOLDER REQUIRED! Simply snip out the pieces and bend the tabs through corresponding connection points.
