Area 51 artifact


Message posted by Peter Merlin on October 16, 2006 at 22:11:18 PST:

Aurora Auctions is listing an interesting artifact from Area 51 in their latest catalog (Lot number 1976, also on eBay as item number 260042259349).

Description:
Lockheed A-12 Flight Recorder
A 13"-diameter sphere with square equatorial flange. FLOWN flight recorder from Lockheed A-12 tested at Area 51, Nevada. This item has been FLOWN at speeds in excess of Mach 3 and at altitudes approaching 90,000 feet. The unit weighs approximately 32lbs. and is coated with high-visibility yellow-orange heat-resistant paint. The impact-resistant housing consists of two hemispherical steel assemblies. These are two fittings for air data lines and an electrical connector on the lower hemisphere. Identification markings include manufacturer's data plate, A-12 part numbers and Lockheed Advanced Development Projects (Skunk Works) inspection stamp. Very good condition. A rare FLOWN artifact from Area 51.


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