Description

"Mach 3.2" by Artist Craig Tinder

This Fine Art Print by Artist Craig Tinder illustrates the final flight of SR-71A "Habu" 61-7953.

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Commissioned by Museums, Treasured by Collectors

This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!

The Process

This relic from SR-71A #61-7953 was recovered on December 14, 2000, by aviation archaeologist R. Hill near the confluence of two dirt trails in Death Valley, California. After the aircraft's crash on December 18, 1969, the U.S. Air Force spent three weeks combing the area, collecting the larger pieces of wreckage and leaving behind only small fragments. This particular relic, a remnant of one of the most advanced reconnaissance aircraft of its time, was one of the few pieces that remained undisturbed in the desert for over 30 years.Airframe relics from the SR-71 included in the "Mach 3.2" limited edition prints

Unlike many other aviation artifacts, this relic has never been in collector’s circulation and was acquired directly from the recovery site. It serves as a rare and tangible connection to the SR-71A #61-7953, an aircraft that embodied cutting-edge technology and speed, yet met a mysterious end during a routine test flight. These fragments offer a glimpse into the legacy of the Blackbird program and the dangers faced by the elite pilots who pushed the boundaries of flight during the Cold War.Many of the Titanium relics exhibit Thermochromism effects in their color as a result from the intense fire in the desert

Print Size Details

Choose from 4 Different Types of Prints:

A) Canvas WITH RELIC - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - ONLY 30 Prints

*Add a Wood Frame to the 18" x 12" Canvas WITH RELIC ($80 value!)

B) Framed Canvas WITH RELIC - 30" x 20" (76.2 cm x 45.7 cm) - ONLY 20 Prints

C) Paper Print - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - Relic Not Included

D) Paper Print - 24" x 16" (60.9 cm x 40.6 cm) - Relic Not Included

Each canvas art print is ready-to-hang and those ordered with frames include a solid, 2" thick, black-stained wood frame.  As an added touch, each canvas art piece is hand-signed by artist Craig Tinder and includes a metallic, Certificate of Authenticity for added provenance and collectibility.

Fine Art Paper Print (Options C & D) - Relic Not Included:

Each Fine Art Print is printed on archival presentation-quality, 260 GSM / 10 Mil, photographic paper created using the highest quality inks and archival techniques. Photographs do not do this paper substrate justice as it practically "glows" on the wall. Note: Relic is not included with Fine Art Paper Prints.

This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!

Disclaimer

By purchasing from Aces In Action, you acknowledge that the product may vary slightly from the images on our website. We use authentic materials from military vehicles and relics, which may contain potentially hazardous substances. These items are not intended for ingestion, inhalation, or use by children. Aces In Action is an independent company, unaffiliated with or endorsed by any other organizations. All names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only, in accordance with the Lanham Act. Their use does not imply any official endorsement.