Squadron/Signal Skyraider In Action (Aircraft No. 60)
The Douglas A-1 Skyraider served with distinction for more than three decades and earned a legendary reputation during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Designed during World War II but entering service shortly afterward, the Skyraider became one of the most heavily armed and longest-serving piston-engine combat aircraft in history.
This classic Squadron/Signal In Action volume covers the aircraft's development, operational history, variants, camouflage schemes, and combat service with the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, and allied nations.
Filled with detailed wartime photographs and color illustrations, this book is an outstanding reference for aircraft historians and model builders.
Inside you'll find:
Development history
Production variants
Combat operations
Korean War service
Vietnam War service
Navy and Air Force markings
Camouflage schemes
Squadron markings
Technical details
Wartime photographs
Color profile artwork
Excellent modeling references
Features
Squadron/Signal Publications
Aircraft In Action Series
Aircraft No. 60
Softcover
Illustrated throughout
Historic photographs
Color profile artwork
Technical reference
Camouflage and markings
Ideal modeling reference
Historical Background
Designed by Douglas Aircraft Company, the A-1 Skyraider first flew in 1945 and remained in frontline service into the early 1980s with several nations.
Powered by the massive Wright R-3350 Duplex-Cyclone radial engine producing over 2,700 horsepower, the Skyraider could carry an astonishing weapons load of approximately 8,000 pounds—often exceeding the bomb load of a World War II B-17 on short-range missions.
During the Korean War, Skyraiders flew close air support, anti-shipping strikes, and interdiction missions from U.S. Navy carriers.
In the Vietnam War, Navy, Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force Skyraiders became famous for:
Close air support
Combat search and rescue (Sandy missions)
Armed reconnaissance
Forward air escort
Special operations support
The aircraft's long endurance, heavy payload, and ability to absorb battle damage earned it legendary status among its crews.
Perfect Reference For
This book is ideal for builders of:
Tamiya A-1H Skyraider
Tamiya A-1J Skyraider
Zoukei-Mura Skyraider
Hasegawa Skyraider
Revell Skyraider
Trumpeter Skyraider
Matchbox Skyraider
Suitable for:
1/144 Scale
1/72 Scale
1/48 Scale
1/32 Scale
Book Information
Publisher: Squadron/Signal Publications
Series: Aircraft In Action
Title: Skyraider In Action
Number: Aircraft No. 60
Format: Softcover
Language: English
Illustrated: Yes
Condition
Good pre-owned condition.
Complete book
Binding intact
Pages clean
Light shelf wear from normal use
Small vintage price sticker on the front cover
Please review photographs for the actual condition
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