Aircraft Photo of 149996 | Douglas A-4E Skyhawk (A4D-5) | USA - Navy | AirHistory.net #96416
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:"149996"
Military Code:AA-416
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:Douglas A-4/A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:Douglas A-4E Skyhawk (A4D-5)
C/n (msn):13458
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VA-46
Location
City / Area:McMinnville / Evergreen Museum [ Off-Airport ]Map
Region / Country:Oregon, United States
Collection:Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum
 
Photo Date:9 August 2016
Photo by:Gary Vincent
Photo ID: 96416
Photo Comment

Retired in 1994, 152070 has been painted in he markings of Lcdr John McCain. On July 29, 1967, Skyhawk 149996 was destroyed when struck by a rocket accidentally fired on board the USS Forrestal during preparations for launch.

This photo is copyright © Gary Vincent, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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