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Developed from Boeing’s 367-80 prototype, it was produced between 1955 and 1965, with 803 units built. Originally powered by Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney J57 engines, many were later upgraded to KC-135R\/T models with more efficient CFM56 engines and modern avionics. Capable of carrying up to 200,000 pounds of fuel, it has supported nearly every major U.S. military operation since Vietnam, including Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom. The KC-135 set endurance milestones, such as refuelling the B-52s during their non-stop circumnavigation of the globe in Operation Power Flite (1957). 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Though originally a safety feature to reduce landing weight, the RAAF adapted it for public events like Brisbane Riverfire and the Avalon Airshow, making it a crowd favourite and an iconic Australian aviation spectacle. It was never used in combat and not performed by the U.S. Air Force. 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Developed in secrecy by Lockheed's Skunk Works, the SR-71 could fly at over Mach 3.3 and reach altitudes exceeding 85,000 feet (26,000 metres), making it nearly invulnerable to enemy missiles and fighters. First flown in 1964, it became a critical intelligence-gathering tool, providing real-time reconnaissance over hostile territories. Its sleek, futuristic design and titanium construction allowed it to withstand the intense heat generated by supersonic flight. The SR-71 set numerous records, including the fastest air-breathing crewed aircraft, and could cross entire continents in under two hours. Nicknamed the “Habu” by its crews, the Blackbird retired in 1998 but remains one of the most iconic aircraft in history, embodying innovation and speed in aviation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify - Spoke Customs","offers":[{"title":"16\" × 32\"","offer_id":51172866031911,"sku":"24166215182406309445","price":24.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" × 22\"","offer_id":51172865999143,"sku":"33682107830413567914","price":17.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" × 18\"","offer_id":51172865966375,"sku":"29373453772753435113","price":16.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/1219\/8232\/files\/385535267439938992_2048.jpg?v=1773963848"},{"product_id":"b-58-hustler-desk-mat-1","title":"B-58 \"Hustler\" Desk Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eThe Convair B-58 Hustler, the first supersonic bomber, was operated by the U.S. Air Force from 1960 to 1970. Known for its delta wing and four-engine design, it was capable of Mach 2 speeds (1,325 mph) and could reach altitudes up to 63,000 feet. Only 116 B-58s were built, and while its operational life was short, it set numerous speed and altitude records, including the Bendix Trophy in 1962, where it flew from Los Angeles to New York in just over 2 hours. The B-58 was primarily used for strategic bombing missions but was retired due to high operating costs and advancements in ICBM technology, which made it less essential. 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First flown in 1954 and still in production today, the Hercules was designed as a tactical airlifter capable of operating from short, unprepared runways to deliver troops, cargo, and supplies directly to the front lines. Rugged, versatile, and famously dependable, the C-130 has become the backbone of military air transport operations for over 70 countries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003ePowered by four Allison (now Rolls-Royce) turboprop engines, the C-130 can carry up to 20 tons of cargo or more than 90 troops, with the ability to airdrop loads or land on dirt strips just 3,000 feet long. Its adaptability is legendary—it has been converted into gunships (AC-130), weather recon aircraft, tankers, medevac transports, firefighting tankers, and even maritime patrol platforms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eThe Hercules has seen action in virtually every U.S. conflict since Vietnam, including Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, and countless humanitarian missions worldwide. Its rugged airframe and unmatched reliability in extreme environments—from Arctic ice runways to jungle clearings—have made it a favourite among aircrews.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eMore than 2,500 C-130s have been built in dozens of variants, and the modern C-130J Super Hercules continues the legacy with upgraded engines, avionics, and performance. Whether dropping paratroopers, evacuating wounded, refuelling helicopters, or delivering disaster aid, the C-130 remains the definitive \"do-it-all\" aircraft—an aviation icon that shows no signs of slowing down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify - Spoke Customs","offers":[{"title":"16\" × 32\"","offer_id":51172972790055,"sku":"19482330813076721084","price":24.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" × 22\"","offer_id":51172972757287,"sku":"27906806394745010659","price":17.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" × 18\"","offer_id":51172972724519,"sku":"26782922490704642584","price":16.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/1219\/8232\/files\/9841136188349449019_2048.jpg?v=1773966419"},{"product_id":"b-52-stratofortress-in-flight-desk-mat","title":"B-52 Stratofortress In Flight Desk Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eThe B-52 Stratofortress has been in service since 1955 and remains active today, with around 744 built. It has a long range and high payload, making it ideal for strategic bombing missions. The B-52 has served in Vietnam, the Gulf War, and continues to be a vital part of the U.S. strategic bomber fleet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify - Spoke Customs","offers":[{"title":"12\" × 18\"","offer_id":51172985962791,"sku":"33345540465431413454","price":16.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" × 22\"","offer_id":51172985995559,"sku":"14500859008363521201","price":17.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16\" × 32\"","offer_id":51172986028327,"sku":"13270052284446820667","price":24.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/1219\/8232\/files\/8629919963416951768_2048.jpg?v=1773967184"},{"product_id":"c-17-globemaster-formation-desk-mat","title":"C-17 Globemaster Formation Desk Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; margin: 0px; font-size: 17px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block-start: 0px !important;\"\u003eThe C-17 Globemaster III is a highly versatile, heavy-lift transport aircraft designed by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) for the U.S. Air Force, entering service in 1995. It excels in strategic and tactical airlift missions, including transporting troops, equipment, and humanitarian aid, and is capable of operating from short, austere runways. Powered by four Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney F117-PW-100 engines, the C-17 has a maximum payload of 77.5 tonnes and a range of over 4,500 nautical miles, making it a key asset for global operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; margin: 0px; font-size: 17px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block-start: 0px !important;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border-style: solid; border-width: 0px; border-color: rgba(16, 41, 33, 0.12); color: #102921; font-family: 'Titillium Web', sans-serif; margin: 0px; font-size: 17px; background-color: #ffffff; margin-block: 0px !important;\"\u003eA total of 279 C-17 Globemasters were produced between 1991 and 2015, with the majority serving in the U.S. Air Force. 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Designed for precision bombing in any conditions, it featured a side-by-side two-man crew and cutting-edge radar and navigation systems. A total of 693 A-6s were built, including multiple upgraded variants like the A-6E, which added digital avionics and laser-guided weapon capabilities. In the Vietnam War, the A-6 proved invaluable, flying night and low-level strike missions against heavily defended targets. However, the aircraft paid a price - 84 A-6s were lost in combat, many to anti-aircraft fire and SAMs during dangerous deep-strike missions over North Vietnam. Despite its size and complexity, the Intruder earned a reputation for toughness, range, and heavy payload. Its role continued through conflicts like Lebanon and Desert Storm before its retirement. 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A total of 116 aircraft were built, including IIIO(F) interceptors and IIIO(A) ground-attack variants. 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Based on the A-6 Intruder airframe, the Prowler featured a lengthened fuselage and a four-seat cockpit housing a pilot and three electronic countermeasures officers. Its mission was to jam enemy radar and communications, gather electronic intelligence, and support strike aircraft by degrading enemy air defences. A total of 170 EA-6Bs were built. The Prowler served in nearly every major U.S. military operation from Vietnam through Desert Storm, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria. It could also carry AGM-88 HARM missiles to suppress surface-to-air missile sites. Despite often operating in high-threat environments, the Prowler had a remarkably low loss rate, with only a handful of combat-related losses, mostly due to accidents rather than enemy fire. 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