A family gathers beneath the nose of a restored Douglas A-1 Skyraider, its cowling adorned with 'AMERICA' nose art and a stars-and-stripes emblem, during a commemorative gathering honoring a Vietnam-era airman. The A-1 Skyraider, flown extensively in the close air support and combat search-and-rescue role during the Vietnam War by Air Force 'Sandy' pilots and Air Commando squadrons, remains a popular warbird at airshows and heritage events, where veterans' families continue to gather to honor their service. Project: 219138