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Spotter's notes
Really wanted to see this Skyraider preform. Just before it was to get airborn, the Navy parachute team did a jump. One of the jumpers got tangled and had a hard landing. He was cared for, and subsequently flown by LifeLink to a trauma center
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A1H
Model
A-1 Skyraider
Manufacturer
Douglas
Airline
United States Air Force (historic)
Livery
USAF Vietnam-era camouflage, TT-959 with nose art 'NAKED FANNY'
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Wright R-3350 Duplex-Cyclone radial engine
Thrust
Not applicable (propeller), engine rated at ~2,700 hp
Wingspan
15.24 meters
Length
11.84 meters
Height
4.76 meters
MTOW
11,340 kilograms
Range
2,118 kilometers
Capacity
1 (pilot), up to 3,629 kg ordnance
Cruise Speed
322 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Approx. 104 dB (historical, not ICAO rated)
Location
Airport Code
DLH/KDLH
Airport Name
Duluth International Airport