Unacknowledged Aviation: Black jets of Dreamland
This article will highlight three specific programs which were test flown in the 1980’s, 1990’s, and one which is still ongoing today.
Michael Schratt (military aerospace historian) has lectured across the country on the subject of "Mystery Aircraft", and classified propulsion systems buried deep within the military industrial complex. A recent guest speaker at the “OSHKOSH” AirVenture 2006/2007 event, (the world’s largest air show), Michael has developed a number of contacts who have had first hand experience dealing with classified “black programs”, including former USAF pilots, retired Naval personnel and aerospace engineers who have maintained a TOP SECRET Q “MAJIC” clearance. A private pilot and military aerospace historian, he currently works as an aerospace draftsman/researcher near Tempe AZ.
This article will highlight three specific programs which were test flown in the 1980’s, 1990’s, and one which is still ongoing today.
The expressed purpose of the exhibit was to garner additional support for classified “black”, or SAR “special access required” programs.
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