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April 30, 1962

CIA's A-12 supersonic reconnaissance aircraft makes first official flight.

No. 41 of 120

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A-12 Spurs

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Archangel: CIA's Supersonic A-12 Reconnaissance Aircraft

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A retired A-12 Oxcart mounted on the ground, lit from beneath at night.