The SR-91H is the latest in the AURORA series of aircraft, secretly developed by Lockheed's renowned Skunk Works division. The H model represents a significant leap forward, improving upon earlier variants with more reliable propulsion systems designed for sustained hypersonic flight, capable of reaching blistering speeds of Mach 8.3 (Or possibly greater).
Unlike its predecessors, the SR-91H is not merely a reconnaissance aircraft but a multi-role platform, combining high-altitude intelligence gathering with sub-orbital interception capabilities. Its primary mission is to engage high-altitude targets, including surveillance satellites, advanced weapon systems, and—under classified directives—unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs), commonly referred to as UFOs.
Taking inspiration from the retired (and still highly classified) XR-7 Thunderdart, the SR-91H employs dual removable ramjet engines, which are mounted on the top of the airframe. These ramjets serve multiple purposes: first, to enhance its speed and range during hypersonic missions, and second, to provide rapid disengagement when transitioning from sub-orbital flight to atmospheric operations, allowing for extreme versatility in multi-domain environments.
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