Doyle, David AD and A-1 Skyraider. Douglas's "Spad" in Korea and Vietnam

Name: Doyle, David: AD and A-1 Skyraider. Douglas's "Spad" in Korea and Vietnam
Brand: Schiffer Publishing
SKU: 531/3070
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English Tet, 177 bw-photos. 112 pages.

Manufacturer: Schiffer Publishing
Manufacturer No.: 9780764361326

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Design work on the "Skyraider" began at the behest of the Navy during the final part of WWII. Production of the "Skyraider" began in 1946, and the type made its combat debut in the hands of Naval aviatiors during the Korean War. At that time the "Skyraider" proved its mettal. In the following years, the rugged airframe and powerful engine meant that the type could be adapted into ever-expanding roles of attack, reconnaissance, weather and ECM types. Though regarded by many as obsolete, in Vietnam the "Skyraider" again saw combat, now in the hands of not only U.S. Navy and Marine pilots, but also USAF and Republic of Vietnman airmen. Capable of flying low and slow while armed with a massive array of ordnance, the "Skyraider" took on not only the role of attack aircraft, but also was used incessently to protect troops on the ground and crews of downed aircraft. Its impressive payload earned it the nickname of "flying dump truck", while its reliance on a massive radial engine in an otherwise jet age caused others to refer to the "Skyraider" as the "Spad", an homage to the WWI fighter. The story of this historic aircraft is told through carefully researched archival photos, as well as photographs of preserved examples, illuminated through detailed captions. Large clear photos, coupled with descriptive and informative captions, puts the reader on the airfield and in the sky with this historic aircraft.

Group: Books (first-hand)
Author: Doyle, David
Title: AD and A-1 Skyraider. Douglas's "Spad" in Korea and Vietnam
Details: English Tet, 177 bw-photos. 112 pages.
Series: Legends of warfare Aviation