The Don Englebreston Collection
USAF A-1 Skyraider 'Sandy' Pilot Portrait with RESCUE-Marked Aircraft
A Skyraider pilot smiles for the camera in front of his aircraft, marked 'RESCUE' for its role flying combat search-and-rescue escort missions. Known as 'Sandy' pilots, these aviators braved intense ground fire to protect downed airmen awaiting recovery throughout the Vietnam War. Project: 218911