--#1.) Is there a good On-line model purchasing site based in the U.S.? I've had great experience with Hobby Link Japan, but I'm looking for something based States side for the more "run-of-the-mill" kits.

--#2). Second, who makes a good SR-71 (A-12, YF-12A) kit? I recall Testors having a SR-71 and YF-12A kit (I built both at one point when I was younger, the are KIA these days). Is there any kit that stands out these days (1/72 or 1/48? Does anyone make a 1/48 Blackbird?)?

There are many sites based in the Us that are very good. but here are a couple that I have used before w/o a problem. Hope these help.
http://www.modelexpo-online.com/
http://www.internethobbies.com/
http://www.plasticmodels.com/
Once again hope these have what you looking for
Paul

Here's some more:

http://squadron.com/

http://www.hometown-hobbies.com/home_page

http://www.modelmecca.com/

http://www.greatmodels.com

Don't forget to check out some of the sponsors of Armorama as well.

You are most definitely correct, thanks for the reminder.

http://www.militaryhobbies.com/

What we need under the "Shopping" link is a list of links to all of The Big A's sponsors. That would make it easier to get to.

Great, thanks for the links! Anyone have any suggestions for SR-71 Blackbird kits?