Kenneth Collins Signed 2.5x5.5 Cut with Portrait SR-71 Pilot (PSA)

Cut measures approximately 2.5" x 5.5" in size and has been hand-signed by Kenneth Collins (D. (2022).



" Calling all aviation enthusiasts and collectors!







Up for auction is an extraordinary piece of aviation history: a signed cut signature of A-12 pilot Kenneth Collins, encapsulated and authenticated by PSA/DNA authentication services.







Kenneth Collins, a distinguished pilot, played a pivotal role in the top-secret A-12 reconnaissance aircraft program, a precursor to the renowned SR-71 Blackbird. As one of the elite pilots entrusted with flying the A-12, Collins contributed to advancements in aerial reconnaissance technology and national security.







This signed cut signature, encapsulated by PSA/DNA authentication services, offers a tangible connection to Kenneth Collins's significant contributions to aviation history. With PSA/DNA's authentication, you can bid with confidence, knowing you are acquiring a genuine piece of aerospace history.







Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of aviation's past. Bid now and add this authenticated signed cut signature of A-12 pilot Kenneth Collins to your collection. Secure your piece of aviation history today!"



At this time, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was testing a secret reconnaissance aircraft codenamed OXCART and Collins volunteered as a test pilot. His first flight in the A-12 was on February 6th, 1963. During a test flight on May 24th, 1963, Collins’ A-12 entered a stall followed by the onset of an inverted flat spin. Control was completely lost and he had to eject while still inverted. Collins continued testing the A-12 and also completed six combat missions over North Vietnam during the A-12’s operational deployment to Okinawa. In the Summer of 1968, project OXCART was terminated. Collins was assigned to the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Beale AFB, California and began flying the SR-71. He became the Operations Officer for the 99th Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron as an instructor and test pilot in the SR-71. In 1970 he served as the 1st Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron Commander and two years later was chosen as the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing Deputy Commander for Operations. In 1974 Col Collins was reassigned to Headquarters, 15th Air Force at March AFB, California. When he retired in 1980, he was the Deputy Chief of Intelligence.

A portion of the sale of this auction will be donated to the General James. H Doolittle Scholarship Fund. The General James H. Doolittle Scholarship Fund was founded to assist college students by awarding one scholarship annually in the maximum amount of $5,000 to a deserving student who is pursuing a baccalaureate or advanced degree in aeronautical engineering or an aerospace science. Students are selected based on their scholastic achievement, school and community participation, demonstrated leadership potential and financial need. More information can be found at the Doolittle Scholarship Funds’ website.

The autograph(s) has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: PSA Encapsulated

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