The Don Englebreston Collection
Battle-Damaged Wingtip of A-1 Skyraider Aircraft
This A-1 Skyraider returned to base with its outer wing panel torn open, likely the result of anti-aircraft fire encountered during a close air support mission. Damage of this severity, while dramatic, was a testament to the Skyraider's rugged construction, which allowed many aircraft to survive hits that would have downed less sturdy designs. Project: 219043