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Brian Shul: From Butterflies to Blackbirds (Video)
2017-07-24
[BGD] Sled Driver Brian Shul shares with us his story of being one of only 93 pilots to ever fly the SR-71 Blackbird. Brian also has a love of photography and owns one of the best collections of photos of the SR-71 ever. His story is both entertaining and inspirational as he shares some amazing facts about the SR-71 Blackbird that any aviation fan or history buff will enjoy. Live fearlessly and enjoy life!

Posted by:Besoeker

#3  Saw him speak at the Museum of Flight in Seattle (which has a Blackbird). It was a delightful, uplifting and humorous talk with gorgeous imagery.

Regarding the plane on display: One of the most impressive aspects was the "Buick" start cart. Twin unmuffled Buick V8s producing 800 horsepower and considerable flames that drove a shaft to start the jet engines.
Posted by: Publius Punter   2017-07-24 22:29  

#2  What a great video.
Posted by: Juting Clolugum7534   2017-07-24 12:22  

#1  I still get choked up when I see one.
Posted by: Skidmark   2017-07-24 10:42  

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