Hat / Lapel Pin- WWII Douglas A-1 Skyraider Attack Aircraft (1946-1970), 1-1/4"

Hat / Lapel Pin- WWII Douglas A-1 Skyraider Attack Aircraft (1946-1970), 1-1/4"

Acquired from a Military Surplus Store that went out of business

1-1/4"W x 5/8"H

The Douglas A-1 Skyraider is an American single-seat attack aircraft that served from the late 1940s into the early 1980s. Here are some key details:

Type: Attack aircraft

National Origin: United States

Manufacturer: Douglas Aircraft Company

Primary Users: United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Air Force, Royal Navy, French Air Force, Republic of Vietnam Air Force

Number Built: 3,180

First Flight: March 18, 1945

Introduction Date: 1946

Retired: Early 1970s (U.S. use), 1985 (Gabonese Air Force)

Nickname: "Spad"

The Skyraider was known for its long loiter time, excellent maneuverability at low speeds, and ability to carry a large amount of ordnance. It was used extensively during the Korean War and Vietnam War