The Don Englebreston Collection

Gallery: 105NIKON

Restored A-1 Skyraiders take to the air during a "Tailwind Day" commemorative gathering honoring the veterans of Operation Tailwind, the 1970 MACV-SOG operation into Laos. Approach passes, low flyovers, and a close look at "Lieutenant America" nose art keep the legacy of Skyraider aircrews and ground crews visible decades later.

Preserved Douglas A-1 Skyraider 'America' - Front Quarter View, Wing Folded, SEA Camouflage

Preserved Douglas A-1 Skyraider 'America' - Front Quarter View, Wing Folded, SEA Camouflage

Close-Up Detail of 'Lieutenant America' Nose Art and Propeller Data Placard

Close-Up Detail of 'Lieutenant America' Nose Art and Propeller Data Placard

Close-Up Detail of Aircraft Internal Wing/Panel Structure Showing Hinge, Pulley, and Access Panel Markings

Close-Up Detail of Aircraft Internal Wing/Panel Structure Showing Hinge, Pulley, and Access Panel Markings

Nose Art Detail, Restored A-1 Skyraider 'Lieutenant America,' Operation Tailwind Reunion Event

Nose Art Detail, Restored A-1 Skyraider 'Lieutenant America,' Operation Tailwind Reunion Event

Douglas A-1 Skyraider Engine Start with Smoke, 'Lieutenant America' Nose Art Visible

Douglas A-1 Skyraider Engine Start with Smoke, 'Lieutenant America' Nose Art Visible

Radial Engine Startup Smoke, Warbird Aircraft Nacelle with 'Forgotten America' Nose Art, Tailwind Day Redux

Radial Engine Startup Smoke, Warbird Aircraft Nacelle with 'Forgotten America' Nose Art, Tailwind Day Redux

Douglas A-1 Skyraider "Lieutenant America" — Forward Fuselage and Cockpit Detail

Douglas A-1 Skyraider "Lieutenant America" — Forward Fuselage and Cockpit Detail

Douglas A-1 Skyraider Nose with 'Lieutenant America' Art and Pilot in Cockpit

Douglas A-1 Skyraider Nose with 'Lieutenant America' Art and Pilot in Cockpit

Douglas A-1 Skyraider, Tail Code 'TC 665', Rear View with Folded Wing

Douglas A-1 Skyraider, Tail Code 'TC 665', Rear View with Folded Wing

A-1 Skyraider-Type Aircraft on Runway, Rural Airfield

A-1 Skyraider-Type Aircraft on Runway, Rural Airfield

Douglas A-1 Skyraider on Takeoff/Landing Roll, Operation Tailwind Reunion Flying Day

Douglas A-1 Skyraider on Takeoff/Landing Roll, Operation Tailwind Reunion Flying Day

Restored A-1 Skyraider 'TC' in Low Pass During Tailwind Day Commemorative Event

Restored A-1 Skyraider 'TC' in Low Pass During Tailwind Day Commemorative Event

Twin Beech (Beechcraft C-45/Model 18) on Ramp, Operation Tailwind Reunion Event

Twin Beech (Beechcraft C-45/Model 18) on Ramp, Operation Tailwind Reunion Event

Distant Flyover of Restored A-1 Skyraider Under Overcast Sky, Operation Tailwind Commemorative Event

Distant Flyover of Restored A-1 Skyraider Under Overcast Sky, Operation Tailwind Commemorative Event

A-1 Skyraider on Approach, Operation Tailwind Commemorative 'Redux' Event

A-1 Skyraider on Approach, Operation Tailwind Commemorative 'Redux' Event

Douglas A-1 Skyraider in Flight Against Overcast Sky, Right Frame Position

Douglas A-1 Skyraider in Flight Against Overcast Sky, Right Frame Position

Distant A-1 Skyraider in Flight with Gear Down, Operation Tailwind Commemorative Event

Distant A-1 Skyraider in Flight with Gear Down, Operation Tailwind Commemorative Event

Douglas A-1 Skyraider in Flight Against Overcast Sky, Landing Gear Extended

Douglas A-1 Skyraider in Flight Against Overcast Sky, Landing Gear Extended

Douglas A-1 Skyraider in Flight, Overcast Sky – Reunion/Airshow Flyover

Douglas A-1 Skyraider in Flight, Overcast Sky – Reunion/Airshow Flyover

A-1 Skyraider in Flight, Tailwind Day Commemorative Event

A-1 Skyraider in Flight, Tailwind Day Commemorative Event

Douglas A-1 Skyraider on Final Approach, Operation Tailwind Reunion Fly-In

Douglas A-1 Skyraider on Final Approach, Operation Tailwind Reunion Fly-In

Douglas A-1 Skyraider Climbing Out After Takeoff, Rural Airfield

Douglas A-1 Skyraider Climbing Out After Takeoff, Rural Airfield

Douglas A-1 Skyraider on Runway at Rural Airfield, Rear View

Douglas A-1 Skyraider on Runway at Rural Airfield, Rear View

Nose Art and Running Radial Engine of Preserved Douglas A-1 Skyraider 'Lieutenant America'

Nose Art and Running Radial Engine of Preserved Douglas A-1 Skyraider 'Lieutenant America'

Close-Up of 'Lieutenant America' Nose Art on Vintage Attack Aircraft Engine Cowling

Close-Up of 'Lieutenant America' Nose Art on Vintage Attack Aircraft Engine Cowling

Veteran in A-1 Skyraider Cockpit, Tailwind Day Redux Event

Veteran in A-1 Skyraider Cockpit, Tailwind Day Redux Event

Project: 219504