{"product_id":"custom-l-300-starlifter-n714na","title":"Custom L-300 STARLIFTER-N714NA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/Lockheed_logo_4d3da4b6-28c2-4250-b816-309a358a106c.jpg?v=1724348019\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/L-300_Hero01_480x269_043c0c4a-37b0-4888-bf8c-5aa7b5d2104c.jpg?v=1747848390\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLockheed L-300 PlaneTags -  Kuiper Airborne Observatory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrom Prototype Cargo Jet to NASA’s Flying Infrared Observatory\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lockheed L-300 was the only one of its kind, a civilian prototype of the C-141A Starlifter that found new life with NASA as the Kuiper Airborne Observatory (KAO). Now, you can own a piece of this historic aircraft. Crafted from authentic aircraft skin, each L-300 PlaneTag honors the legacy of airborne astronomy and NASA’s quest to explore the infrared universe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRead more about L-300 STARLIFTER on our blog \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/planetags.com\/blogs\/planetags-blog\/l-300-to-kao-how-lockheeds-cargo-jet-became-a-flying-telescope\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eL-300 to KAO: How Lockheed's Cargo Jet Became a Flying Telescope\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/L-300_Hero02_480x269_e051e81f-c368-4bbb-adbf-1bb63a07779a.jpg?v=1747848911\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOUR PLANE'S STORY\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in the late 1960s as a stretched version of the C-141A, the Lockheed L-300 was Lockheed’s bid for a commercial cargo aircraft. Though it never entered production, the prototype was donated to NASA and became the Kuiper Airborne Observatory in 1974. With a 36-inch telescope mounted inside, it helped discover Uranus’s rings, detect Pluto’s atmosphere, and study Supernova 1987A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/L-300_Gallery01_480X600_0a1d4a5c-aa61-4c93-940f-0b5e10ae0637.jpg?v=1747850191\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/L-300_sample_480x269_25cfe473-20f0-4321-a2af-0fad57c40fc0.jpg?v=1748016078\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eL-300 STARLIFTER-N714NA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1353\/7931\/files\/L300_LineArt.jpg?v=1747849061\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTag Information:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eAuthentic fuselage skin from the Lockheed L-300 \/ Kuiper Airborne Observatory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Only 10,000 available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish Variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vary by tag, including natural, painted, and mixed surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Laser-etched with aircraft and serial number\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tag is unique, please note that surface wear, paint variation, and markings differ.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis aircraft was carefully dismantled by MotoArt in 2025 in partnership with NASA, and every tag was made with respect for its scientific legacy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a Lockheed L-300 PlaneTag to Your Collection Now\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eQuantities are limited. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou may also like:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Learjet 727-N705NA\" href=\"https:\/\/planetags.com\/products\/learjet-24a-n805na\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearjet Airborne Observatory (N705NA) PlaneTags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Another early NASA infrared platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"NASA MLP-2\" href=\"https:\/\/planetags.com\/products\/nasa-mlp-2\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNASA MLP-2 Mobile Launch Platform PlaneTags\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Launch infrastructure from Apollo and Shuttle programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"C-121G Super Constellation - N420NA\" href=\"https:\/\/planetags.com\/products\/c-121g-super-constellation-n420na\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-121G Super Constellation \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e- N420NA was used to calibrate ground-based tracking stations for the Mercury, Apollo, Gemini, and Agena space programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect them all and celebrate the history of one of the most recognized names in aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited quantities available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTag color and condition will vary - that’s what makes each one unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot recommended for heavy keychain use without a protective sleeve; ideal for display or light travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a legendary jetliner to your collection today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDISCLAIMER\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLOCKHEED MARTIN®, LOCKHEED®, associated emblems and logos, and body designs of vehicles are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Lockheed Martin Corporation in the USA and\/ or other jurisdictions, used under license by MotoArt PlaneTags LLC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaneTags are \u003c\/strong\u003eHandmade Aviation Tags\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic - made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique -  each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollectible - each one is numbered in a limited edition and comes attached to a display card. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile - comes with a durable metal ring, strong enough to attach to luggage or keys or display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Please Note: Due to limited quantities, \u003cstrong\u003ecombination colors\u003c\/strong\u003e you may receive will vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Important Notice – Please Read Carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaneTags are made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. Because PlaneTags are made from real fuselage, each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. These variations and imperfections are not product flaws. They are part of the beauty of PlaneTags. As a result, you will not have an option to select the color of your PlaneTag. 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