A USAF A-1 Skyraider rolls out after landing, its braking parachute billowing behind and shark-mouth nose art bared beneath the propeller. Two-seat Skyraider variants like this one flew demanding rescue-escort ('Sandy') missions, shielding downed aircrew and search-and-rescue helicopters from enemy fire while carrying a formidable load of rockets, bombs, and cannon fire. Project: 218963