Kelly Johnson Aeronautical Engineer SR-71 Blackbird Autograph Display

Description: Clarence Leonard ''Kelly'' Johnson 1910 1990] was an American aeronautical and systems engineer who is recognized for his contributions to a series of aircraft designs, most notably the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird aircraft. Johnson produced the first production aircraft to exceed Mach 3, the first fighter capable of Mach 2, along with numerous contributions to various other noted aircraft. Johnson was the first team leader of the Lockheed Skunk Works Program and played a key role in the design of over 40 aircraft over his four-decade career and was awarded the prestigious Collier Trophy. Listed for auction is a stunning framed display which contains the authenticated autograph of Clarence Leonard ''Kelly'' Johnson. The display is centered around a print which displays the image of the Lockheed U-2 Aircraft along with aircraft and performance specifications. Mounted below is the autograph of Clarence Kelly signed on a biographical card. The autograph is signed ''C.L. ''Kelly'' Johnson'' and he added ''Lockheed Aircraft Corp'' in black felt pen. The autograph has been authenticated by Zarelli Space Authentication and will be accompanied with the above Letter of Authenticity. The biographical card measures 7.00 x 3.50 inches and is in fine condition. Mounted below is a Lockheed U-2 aircraft cloth patch. The last item is a professionally engraved plaque which reads as follows, ''Clarence ''Kelly'' Johnson. Clarence Johnson was an American aeronautical and systems engineer who served as the lead engineer for Lockheed Skunk Works. Johnson played a leading role in the design of over forty aircrafts, most notably the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird and the Lockheed U-2 spy plane. The Lockheed U-2 nicknamed ''Dragon Lady'' is a single engine high altitude reconnaissance aircraft operated by the U.S. Air Force and the Central Intelligence Agency [CIA]. The U-2 is capable of proving all weather intelligence both day and night from an altitude of 70,000 feet''. The display has been professionally double matted in an outer black swede matte and accented with a silver inner matte and completed in a quality silver/black wood frame to the dimensions of 28.00 x 18.00 inches. The display is stunning and completed in all quality materials. The autograph of Clarence Johnson is not common to obtain, this is a desirable example, authenticated within a stunning presentation and will be a great addition to any aviation collection. We have listed the autographs of other noted aviators and explorers, along with a nice collection of military, astronaut and political autographs.Dear Collector, we are regularly adding autographed framed displays to our eBay Store. The following is a sample of our inventory, Harry Houdini, Marilyn Monroe, George Custer, Elvis Presley, U.S. Presidents John F. Kennedy, Harry S. Truman, Franklin D. 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Price: 1895 USD

Location: West Hempstead, New York

End Time: 2024-10-24T00:11:13.000Z

Shipping Cost: 50 USD