AFV Club AR48112 1/48 Lockheed U-2A Dragon Lady High-Altitude Recon

Model Aircraft Kit

The AFV Club AR48112 1/48 U-2A Dragon Lady High-Altitude Recon Model Aircraft Kit recreates the original production version of one of the most remarkable aircraft ever developed for intelligence gathering. With its exceptionally long wings, slender fuselage, and unmistakable silhouette, the Lockheed U-2A Dragon Lady represents a milestone in aviation engineering and Cold War reconnaissance history.

Developed in the 1950s by Lockheeds legendary Skunk Works division, the U-2A was designed to fly at extreme altitudes beyond the reach of most contemporary aircraft and surface defenses. Its high-altitude capability made it a critical asset during the Cold War, providing strategic photographic intelligence and supporting national security missions during some of the most tense moments of the 20th century. The aircrafts successful design allowed it to remain relevant for decades, evolving into later U-2 variants while maintaining its core mission.