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A Douglas AD-6 Skyraider 139678 of VA-65 refuelling
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A Douglas AD-6 Skyraider 139678 of VA-65 refuelling
A Douglas AD-6 Skyraider, 139678, of VA-65 refuelling a Douglas F4D-1 Skyray, 139206, of VF-74, escorted by A4D-1 Skyray, 139169, and Vought F8U-1P Crusader, 146871, during the 1960 Mediterranean cruise of the USS Intrepid. Date: 1960
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Escorted Refuelling Skyraider Skyray Vought Douglas
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In this photograph, we witness an aerial refueling operation taking place during the Mediterranean cruise of the USS Intrepid in 1960. At the heart of the scene is an A4D-6 Skyraider (139678) from VA-65, skillfully transferring fuel to a Douglas F4D-1 Skyray (139206) from VF-74. The Skyraider, a versatile and powerful aircraft, was renowned for its ability to perform various roles, including transport, anti-submarine warfare, and as a gunship. The Skyraider's vital mission is not in vain, as it is surrounded by an impressive escort of other iconic aircraft. To the left, an A4D-1 Skyray (139169) from the same squadron, VA-65, stands guard. The Vought F8U-1P Crusader (146871) from VA-112, with its distinctive swept-wing design, also joins the formation, ensuring the safety of the refueling operation. The Douglas F4D-1 Skyray, a single-engine, twin-boom fleet defense interceptor, is receiving fuel from the Skyraider. The Skyray's sleek design and advanced capabilities made it a formidable adversary during the Korean War and continued to serve as a crucial component of the US Navy's fleet throughout the 1950s and 1960s. This photograph captures a moment in time when the US Navy's most advanced aircraft came together to demonstrate their impressive capabilities and the intricacies of mid-air refueling during the USS Intrepid's Mediterranean cruise in 1960.
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