Long, narrow, straight wings give the u2 gliderlike characteristics and allow it to lift heavy sensor payloads to unmatched high altitudes quickly, and keep them there for a long time. Even those who know something about airplanes associate the u2 with the cold war and the cuban missile crisis. She went from sleek design to a bulging beast of burden whose silhouette can change as fast as her mission requires it to. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
A u2 dragon lady flies above the sierra nevada mountain range, california, march 23, 2016. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Check out my other auctions for other interesting items. The following patches were used by members of lockheed, cia or usaf blackbird personnel working on either the sr71 or the u2 reconnaissance aircraft.
It provides day and night, very highaltitude 70,000 feet 21,000 m, allweather intelligence gathering. Eaa mail order center 200 spring street suite 215, herndon, va 201705209 telephone. U2 dragon lady patch u 2 dragon lady tshirt teepublic. The whole of the sinai peninsula can be seen from the cockpit of a highflying u2 dragon lady a u2st twocockpit trainer landing at beale afb at sunset in the heritage room at beale afb, u2 pilots admire the solum volamus patch. The lockheed u2, dragon lady, is an american ultrahigh altitude reconnaissance aircraft operated by the united states air force usaf and previously flown by the central intelligence agency cia.
Employee activity association eaa accessories patches. U2 dragon lady patch unisex triblend tshirt spreadshirt. It has the dates of 1955 2005 and says dragon lady 60th anniversary along the bottom. One of the united states most secret aerial reconnaissance platforms for more than half a century, the storied u2 dragon lady still flies some of the u. U2 dragon lady features the u2s is a singleseat, singleengine, highaltitude, surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft. Trujillo when flying at high altitudes, the planes lightweight construction and powerful engines allow it to continue even when the air gets thin and oxygen is scarce. In february 1976, personnel from the 100th strategic reconnaissance wing srw, davismonthan air force base, arizona and the 99th strategic reconnaissance squadron at detachment h, utapao. This is the 60th anniversary patch created for the u2 dragon lady. Patch u2 dragon lady employee activity association eaa.
U2 dragon lady in god we trust, all others we monitor tshirt premium art. Choose from thousands of designs or make your own today. So whether you fly a dragon or push papers, the u2 chronograph is a stylish watch that suits any need. U2 dragon lady patch clean style poster by pzd501 redbubble. Us air force lockheed u2 dragon lady patch cia vietnam iraq afghanistan. What its like to pilot the u2 dragon lady americas. Ralph, 99th expeditionary reconnaissance squadron u2 pilot, receives a new patch from lt.
It turned 60 years old this month, and lockheed martin is working on a replacement, but the u2 is still the us air forces highaltitude reconnaissance workhorse. The u2 continues to meet the isr needs of combatant commanders every day. High quality embroidered patches with merrow stitched borders size. The venerable u2 dragon lady is a spy plane born from cold war necessity that soldiered on operationally for decades past anyones wildest dreams.
Unavailable per item price includes basic economy shipping to most countries, additional fees may. Get the best deals on u2 patch when you shop the largest online selection at. The lockheed u2, nicknamed dragon lady, is an american singlejet engine, ultrahigh altitude reconnaissance aircraft operated by the united states air. The reliable, multirole u2s dragon lady provides unmatched capability and unparalleled performance to ensure mission success 247365 days a year. This clock is hand made in the usa using heavy gauge american steel and a process known as sublimation, where the image is baked into. Get your hands on great customizable u 2 dragon lady stickers from zazzle. Feel free to email us if you have any questions shipping rates are as follows. U2 aircraft dragon lady posters and prints on high quality. See how this plane and its pilots have been pushed to the limit in order to stay off of enemy radar and save the lives of soldiers around the world. Lockheed u2 dragon lady blueprint cia u2 spy plane drawing reconnaissance aircraft poster, air force pilot gift idea air force decor bluemoonpatentprints 5 out of 5. Over the last half century, the u2 dragon lady has become one of the most reliable aerial reconnaissance platforms in the sky today.
Cia u2 dragon lady challenge coin challenge coin stars. American flag embroidered patch camo brown tan usa us w velcro brand fastener. The air forces ability to operate anywhere, anytime is essential. Skunk works lockheed sr71 blackbird u2 dragon lady f117 usaf squadron patch.
U2 dragon lady patch in god we trust all others we monitor. And would members of the 4028th srs have worn this. Have a look at the following short documentary about the u2 dragon lady, just released by beale air force base that explains why the lege. Usaf air force strategic air command sac reconnaissance patch. A spotters guide to the u2 dragon lady and its many. If there is any customs fees and vat taxes are the sole responsibility of the buyer. It provides day and night, highaltitude 70,000 feet. Spy plane patch usaf 5th recon u2 dragon lady vietnam war, u2 5105. This central intelligence agencycia u2 dragon lady diecast challenge coin is the 4th aircraft in our latest collection it is made out of polished black nickel with the patch laser etched into the belly of the aircraft and hard enamel paint for detail.
Disclaimer the us military does not endorse or promote individual companies andor products unless of course you happen to be a british or swiss company and not a us veteran owned one. The caseback features a custom color imprinted caseback with the u2 insignia. We are known for our logos and we even sold a set of products to a commander of a space shuttle mission and a blue. Usaf patch pac 5 rs reconnaissance squadron u 2 dragon. This page is for those is for those are fascinated with the u2, who flew her, maintained her, supported her operations in any way, or just. Over the skies of red square in moscow, the soviet union had just introduced its newest bomber the myasishchev m4, ominously nicknamed hammer. Your lockheed u2 patches are 4 tall, and 100% embroidered with velcro backing. Paul wurster left, 1st reconnaissance squadron commander, places maj. Designed for the cold war but more effective than ever in the skies high over afghanistan and elsewhere. This is the u2 dragon lady patch that states in god we trust, all others we monitor. Flown out of beale air force base and others it is still keeping the us safe. The patch commemorates a career milestone for ralph, who had just. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I think its great for both the air force and lockheed.
U2 tr1 dragon lady patch saunders military insignia. Us lockheed u2 dragon lady 3d tactical military badges embroidered patch back with loops and hook. The u2 is the aircraft that cia pilot francis gary powers was flying when he was shot down while flying over the soviet. From the lockheed martin licensed collection, this u2 dragon lady clock clock measures 14 inches by 14 inches and weighs in at 3 lbs. Mint condition, super high quality and detailed four inch u2 dragon lady patch. Sp343j u2 dragon lady patch specialty patches popular patch. Shop top fashion brands applique patches at free delivery and returns possible on eligible purchases. The u2 has also been used for electronic sensor research. Hello again, the patch on the right i am pretty sure is for u2 operations under the name trojan horse. So the general population is more likely to think u2 is a rock band rather than with an airplane.
The lockheed u2, nicknamed dragon lady, is an american single jet engine, high altitude reconnaissance aircraft operated by the united states air force usaf and previously flown by the central intelligence agency cia. U2 patch in original current air force patches for sale ebay. Usaf patch pac 5 rs reconnaissance squadron black cat patch u2 dragon lady osan ab korea 1990s uniform removed embroidered on twill cut edge 87mm by 81mm three and seven sixteenth inches by three and three sixteenth inches. The u2 dragon lady on may 1, 1954, despite the breezy spring weather, leaders across washington d. Air force gave cnn rare access to u2 crews flying out of a secret location in the middle east. A u2 dragon lady sits in a hangar prepared for flight july 9, 2019, at al dhafra air base, united arab emirates. This is the u2 dragon lady challenge coin which shows the aircraft on. Us air force lockheed u2 dragon lady patch cia vietnam iraq afghanistan russia. Usaf patch recon pac 5 rs reconnaissance squadron u 2 black cat patch u2 dragon lady osan ab korea 1990s korean made embroidered on twill cut edge 84mm by 77mm three and five sixteenth inches by three inches. A large portion of the patches were acquired by permission from paul mellinger, lockheed adp, ret.
However, todays u2 is about as far removed from the original dragon lady as bono is from gary powers. Lockheed sr71 blackbird international air tattoo 87 usaf patch. Usaf patch pac 5 rs reconnaissance squadron u2 dragon lady. U2 dragon lady patch clean style sticker by pzd501 redbubble.