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A-1
Skyraider
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The A-1 Skyraider, a rugged and versatile single-seat attack aircraft produced by Douglas Aircraft Company, played a pivotal role in the United States military from the late 1940s through the Vietnam War. Renowned for its endurance and payload capacity, the Skyraider, carrying various munitions, excelled in close air support and interdiction missions. Its adaptability and durability made it particularly effective in the challenging conditions of the Vietnam War, earning it the nickname "Spad." The A-1 Skyraider's contributions extended beyond its initial design, leaving a lasting legacy as a reliable and versatile aircraft in modern warfare.
Loaded Weight
lbs
Loaded Weight
Range
mi
Manufacture
Douglas
Max Speed
343
MpH
Type
Attack
Accomodations
First Flight
mi
Ext Range
Total On Display
0
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Empty Weight
lbs
Ceiling
ft
Flight Manual
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Total Shot Down
info
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Total Crashed
info
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Total Still Flying
info
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Variants
AD-5 (A-1E) |
AD-2QU |
XBT2D-1 |
XAD-2 |
XAD-3E |
AD-4 |
AD-5Q (EA-1F) |
AD-5U |
AD-3QU |
XBT2D-1P |
AD-4W |
AD-3 |
AD-3N |
AD-2D |
AD-3 |
AD-1U |
AD-4NA |
AD-5W (EA-1E) |
AD-4Q |
AD-3W |
BT2D-2 (XAD-2) |
AD-1 |
AD-4L |
XAD-1W |
AD-5N (A-1G) |
UA-1E |
XBT2D-1Q |
AD-4B |
AD-7 (A-1J) |
AD-2Q |
XBT2D-1N |
AD-1Q |
AD-5S |
AD-3Q |
AD-2 |
AD-6 (A-1H) |
AD-4N (A-1D) |
AD-3S |
AD-4NL |
Operators
Squadrons
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