The Don Englebreston Collection
Douglas A-1 Skyraider ('Spad') in Flight, Gear Down, Southeast Asia Camouflage
A Douglas A-1 Skyraider, affectionately nicknamed the 'Spad' for its resemblance to WWI-era fighters, banks low with gear extended. Rugged and heavily armed, the A-1 served with distinction flying close air support and 'Sandy' rescue-escort missions for downed airmen throughout the Vietnam War. Project: 218950