A-4 SKYHAWK WALK AROUND
(Paperback)
SS25041

By Lou Drendel.
The carrier-capable Douglas A-4 Skyhawk is one of the most
successful modern combat aircraft. During the 25 years in which
the A-4 was on the production line, 2,960 Skyhawks were built. A
relatively light aircraft, with a maximum takeoff weight of
24,500 pounds and with a top speed exceeding 600 mph, the Skyhawk
was operated not only by the US Navy and Marines but also by the
air forces of Australia, New Zealand, Israel, Malaysia,
Argentina, Singapore, Brazil, Indonesia, and Kuwait. Introduced
in 1956, Skyhawks played major roles in the Vietnam War, the 1973
Arab-Israeli October War, and the Falklands/Malvinas Conflict in
1982. With a reputation for toughness and agility, Skyhawks
remained a part of the American arsenal for nearly half a century
- the U.S. Navy retired the A-4 as recently as 2003. Meanwhile,
the battle-tested warrior continues to serve today other
militaries around the world.
Illustrated with 205 photographs, color profiles, and detailed
line drawings; 80 pages.
ISBN 978-0-89747-713-0 Soft Cover