The Don Englebreston Collection

Two A-1 Skyraiders in Close Formation, Nose Art 'Miss Aileen,' RESCUE Markings

Two A-1 Skyraiders in Close Formation, Nose Art 'Miss Aileen,' RESCUE Markings

Two A-1 Skyraiders fly in close formation, the lead aircraft marked 'Miss Aileen' and bearing a 'RESCUE' arrow identifying its role as a 'Sandy' escort for combat search and rescue missions during the Vietnam War. Air Commando squadrons flew Skyraiders like these to protect downed aircrew and suppress enemy ground fire until rescue helicopters could complete a pickup. Project: 219105