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Spotter's notes
This Skyraider was at some museum by the Grand Canyon. We were driving to the Canyon and we stumbled upon this random air museum. I could feel the despair in my then wife’s voice, when she cursed. My kid at least shows some enthusiasm. Valle (VLE) was the airport, however it’s closed now.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
AD-4
Model
A-1 Skyraider (AD-4 variant)
Manufacturer
Douglas
Airline
US Navy (historical)
Livery
US Navy - historical/warbird restoration
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Wright R-3350-26WA radial piston engine
Thrust
2,700 hp (2,000 kW)
Wingspan
15.24 m
Length
11.84 m
Height
4.78 m
MTOW
11,340 kg
Range
2,115 km
Capacity
1 pilot, up to 3,600 kg ordnance
Cruise Speed
322 km/h
Noise Rating
Not rated under modern ICAO standards; piston engine sound profile