The Douglas A-1 Skyraider, nicknamed "Spad" or "Sandy" by its crews, served as a rugged close-air-support and search-and-rescue escort aircraft throughout the Vietnam War. This preserved example, nose-named "Lieutenant America," is shown here with a pilot in the cockpit, helmet and flight suit visible, evoking the aircraft's operational heyday supporting downed-airman rescue missions. Project: 219506