A U.S. Air Force Douglas A-1 Skyraider, nicknamed the 'Spad' by its pilots, photographed in flight with a full load of ordnance on its underwing pylons. Prized for its heavy payload capacity and long loiter time, the A-1 served extensively in close air support, search-and-rescue escort, and covert operations during the Vietnam War, including missions supporting MACV-SOG reconnaissance teams. This aircraft carries the tail code 'TC' and serial number 258. Project: 219050