The Don Englebreston Collection

Wing Mechanism / Spoiler Assembly Detail, A-1 Skyraider — Underside View

Wing Mechanism / Spoiler Assembly Detail, A-1 Skyraider — Underside View

This close-up of the Skyraider's wing mechanism reveals the layered riveted panels and rigging hardware that made the aircraft's dive brakes and control surfaces operate reliably under the demands of combat flying. Project: 218918