A Douglas A-1 Skyraider, nicknamed 'Spad' by its crews, flies fully loaded with rockets and a centerline fuel tank during the Vietnam War. Adorned with a shark-mouth nose art common to several attack and rescue-escort squadrons, the rugged, propeller-driven Skyraider could carry more ordnance than many contemporary jets and loiter for hours over a target, making it invaluable for close air support and 'Sandy' rescue escort missions protecting downed airmen. Project: 219603