A Douglas A-1 Skyraider climbs out over a Southeast Asian airfield during the Vietnam War, with a C-130 Hercules and support facilities visible on the ramp below. Skyraiders flown by USAF Air Commando and Special Operations squadrons provided close air support and rescue escort ('Sandy') missions throughout the conflict. Photograph from the personal collection of Vietnam-era airman Doc Blanchard. Project: 218943