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A-1 Skyraider: The U.S. Military's Last Propeller-Driven Fighter
What You Need to Know: The A-1 Skyraider, introduced during World War II, became the U.S.'s last propeller-driven attack aircraft. First flown in 1945, it served through the Korean and Vietnam ...
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The AD-5N ‘Skyraider’ and Its Little-Known Nuclear Role in the Cold War
Conceived during World War II, the Skyraider saw extensive service during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, excelling in close air support, search and rescue, and interdiction roles. However ...
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One Of The US Military's Last Propellor-Driven Attack Aircraft Was A Star In Vietnam
When the A-1 Skyraider entered the Vietnam War, the North Vietnamese Air Force (VPAF) was flying MiG-17s, MiG-21s, and other similar aircraft, all of which were jets. Despite this, the A-1 ...