501 results found
Registration / Serial:158177
Alternate Serial:8177
Military Code:CF-3
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14214
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-211
City / Airport:Ibaraki / Hyakuri (RJAH / IBR)Map
Country:Japan
Photo Date:11 November 1979
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:453631Submit Correction
View count: 440
In service from 1971 through 1990, this A-4M was assigned to VMA-331, VMA-214, VMA-211, VMA 311, VMAT-102 and VMAT-203, with multiple tours to some of them. Retired to AMARC 10 January 1990. Slide taken by Mr. Akira Watanabe.
Registration / Serial:158177
Alternate Serial:8177
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14214
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Ibaraki / Hyakuri (RJAH / IBR)Map
Country:Japan
Photo Date:11 November 1979
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:158177
Alternate Serial:8177
Military Code:CF-3
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14214
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-211
City / Airport:Ibaraki / Hyakuri (RJAH / IBR)Map
Country:Japan
Photo Date:11 November 1979
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:453631Submit Correction
View count: 440
In service from 1971 through 1990, this A-4M was assigned to VMA-331, VMA-214, VMA-211, VMA 311, VMAT-102 and VMAT-203, with multiple tours to some of them. Retired to AMARC 10 January 1990. Slide taken by Mr. Akira Watanabe.
Registration / Serial:158177
Alternate Serial:8177
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14214
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Ibaraki / Hyakuri (RJAH / IBR)Map
Country:Japan
Photo Date:11 November 1979
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:158167
Alternate Serial:8167
Military Code:VL-00
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14204
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-331
City / Airport:Cherry Point - MCAS / Cunningham Field (KNKT / NKT)Map
Region / Country:North Carolina, United States
Photo Date:29 June 1976
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:453623Submit Correction
View count: 394
Transferred in 1995 to Argentina as A-4AR C-907. Slide taken by Mr. R.B. Starinchak.
Registration / Serial:158167
Alternate Serial:8167
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14204
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Cherry Point - MCAS / Cunningham Field (KNKT / NKT)Map
Region / Country:North Carolina, United States
Photo Date:29 June 1976
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:158167
Alternate Serial:8167
Military Code:VL-00
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14204
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-331
City / Airport:Cherry Point - MCAS / Cunningham Field (KNKT / NKT)Map
Region / Country:North Carolina, United States
Photo Date:29 June 1976
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:453623Submit Correction
View count: 394
Transferred in 1995 to Argentina as A-4AR C-907. Slide taken by Mr. R.B. Starinchak.
Registration / Serial:158167
Alternate Serial:8167
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14204
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Cherry Point - MCAS / Cunningham Field (KNKT / NKT)Map
Region / Country:North Carolina, United States
Photo Date:29 June 1976
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:159489
Alternate Serial:9489
Military Code:WP-15
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14430
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-223
City / Airport:Subic Bay - International (RPLB / SFS)Map
Country:Philippines
Photo Date:January 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453612Submit Correction
View count: 438
Built in 1975, this A-4M was assigned to several VMA squadrons over the years, the first being VMA-223 from 1975-77. Later units were VMA-214, VMA-211, VMA-311, and USMC Reserve squadrons VMA-133 and VMA-131. Retired to AMARC on 7 June 1994.
Registration / Serial:159489
Alternate Serial:9489
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14430
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Subic Bay - International (RPLB / SFS)Map
Country:Philippines
Photo Date:January 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:159489
Alternate Serial:9489
Military Code:WP-15
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14430
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-223
City / Airport:Subic Bay - International (RPLB / SFS)Map
Country:Philippines
Photo Date:January 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453612Submit Correction
View count: 438
Built in 1975, this A-4M was assigned to several VMA squadrons over the years, the first being VMA-223 from 1975-77. Later units were VMA-214, VMA-211, VMA-311, and USMC Reserve squadrons VMA-133 and VMA-131. Retired to AMARC on 7 June 1994.
Registration / Serial:159489
Alternate Serial:9489
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14430
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Subic Bay - International (RPLB / SFS)Map
Country:Philippines
Photo Date:January 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158433
Military Code:WE-8
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14255
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-214
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453579Submit Correction
View count: 471
Taxiing out for takeoff after having been on display at the airshow.
Registration / Serial:158433
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14255
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158433
Military Code:WE-8
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14255
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-214
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453579Submit Correction
View count: 471
Taxiing out for takeoff after having been on display at the airshow.
Registration / Serial:158433
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4M Skyhawk II
C/n (msn):14255
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153479
Military Code:UX-09
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13545
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VC-13
City / Airport:Fallon - NAS / Van Voorhis Field (KNFL / NFL)Map
Region / Country:Nevada, United States
Photo Date:April 1980
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453569Submit Correction
View count: 296
Built in 1967 as a TA-4F, converted to a TA-4J in September 1970. Retired to AMARC on 14 July 1993. Slide taken during the Reserve Carrier Air Wing 30 annual active duty period at NAS Fallon, NV.
Registration / Serial:153479
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13545
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Fallon - NAS / Van Voorhis Field (KNFL / NFL)Map
Region / Country:Nevada, United States
Photo Date:April 1980
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153479
Military Code:UX-09
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13545
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VC-13
City / Airport:Fallon - NAS / Van Voorhis Field (KNFL / NFL)Map
Region / Country:Nevada, United States
Photo Date:April 1980
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453569Submit Correction
View count: 296
Built in 1967 as a TA-4F, converted to a TA-4J in September 1970. Retired to AMARC on 14 July 1993. Slide taken during the Reserve Carrier Air Wing 30 annual active duty period at NAS Fallon, NV.
Registration / Serial:153479
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13545
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Fallon - NAS / Van Voorhis Field (KNFL / NFL)Map
Region / Country:Nevada, United States
Photo Date:April 1980
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:154619
Alternate Serial:4619
Military Code:09
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13737
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:USNTPS - US Naval Test Pilot School
City / Airport:Patuxent River - NAS / Trapnell Field (KNHK / NHK)Map
Region / Country:Maryland, United States
Photo Date:31 March 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:453564Submit Correction
View count: 293
Built in 1969 as a TA-4F, later converted to a TA-4J in November 1970. This TA-4J was assigned to VX-5 (1969 - 1970), Naval Air Test Center and US Navy Test Pilot School (1970 - 1987), VT-7 (1987 - 1988), and Training Wing One (1988 - 1998). Retired to AMARC 5 October 1999. Slide taken by Mr. R.B. Starinchak.
Registration / Serial:154619
Alternate Serial:4619
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13737
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Patuxent River - NAS / Trapnell Field (KNHK / NHK)Map
Region / Country:Maryland, United States
Photo Date:31 March 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:154619
Alternate Serial:4619
Military Code:09
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13737
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:USNTPS - US Naval Test Pilot School
City / Airport:Patuxent River - NAS / Trapnell Field (KNHK / NHK)Map
Region / Country:Maryland, United States
Photo Date:31 March 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:453564Submit Correction
View count: 293
Built in 1969 as a TA-4F, later converted to a TA-4J in November 1970. This TA-4J was assigned to VX-5 (1969 - 1970), Naval Air Test Center and US Navy Test Pilot School (1970 - 1987), VT-7 (1987 - 1988), and Training Wing One (1988 - 1998). Retired to AMARC 5 October 1999. Slide taken by Mr. R.B. Starinchak.
Registration / Serial:154619
Alternate Serial:4619
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13737
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Patuxent River - NAS / Trapnell Field (KNHK / NHK)Map
Region / Country:Maryland, United States
Photo Date:31 March 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:153675
Alternate Serial:3675
Military Code:ME-15
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13613
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-133
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Event:NAS Alameda Open House 1979
Photo Date:19 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453560Submit Correction
View count: 274
Built new in 1967 as a TA-4F and converted to a TA-4J in September 1970. This TA-4J was assigned to VMA-133 from 1975 through early 1980. The rest of its assignments were with VA-127, VA-125, and various advanced training command squadrons. Retired to AMARC 0n 5 September 1991.
Registration / Serial:153675
Alternate Serial:3675
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13613
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:19 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153675
Alternate Serial:3675
Military Code:ME-15
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13613
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
Unit Markings:VMA-133
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Event:NAS Alameda Open House 1979
Photo Date:19 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453560Submit Correction
View count: 274
Built new in 1967 as a TA-4F and converted to a TA-4J in September 1970. This TA-4J was assigned to VMA-133 from 1975 through early 1980. The rest of its assignments were with VA-127, VA-125, and various advanced training command squadrons. Retired to AMARC 0n 5 September 1991.
Registration / Serial:153675
Alternate Serial:3675
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13613
Operator Titles:USA - Marines
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:19 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158104
Military Code:A-704
Other Marks:04
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14141
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-7 / CTW-1
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Ship / Rig:USS Lexington AVT16
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453450Submit Correction
View count: 274
The A-4 did not have nose gear steering, the pilot using differential braking to make turns. That was fine for taxiing around airfields, but in the confined areas aboard ship it was an issue. As a result, a steering bar or tiller was used by a flight deck crewman to precisely maneuver the a/c. This was especially important for lining the jet up on the catapult. Here we see the crewman and a/c headed to the starboard catapult aboard USS Lexington.
Registration / Serial:158104
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14141
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158104
Military Code:A-704
Other Marks:04
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14141
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-7 / CTW-1
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Ship / Rig:USS Lexington AVT16
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453450Submit Correction
View count: 274
The A-4 did not have nose gear steering, the pilot using differential braking to make turns. That was fine for taxiing around airfields, but in the confined areas aboard ship it was an issue. As a result, a steering bar or tiller was used by a flight deck crewman to precisely maneuver the a/c. This was especially important for lining the jet up on the catapult. Here we see the crewman and a/c headed to the starboard catapult aboard USS Lexington.
Registration / Serial:158104
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14141
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:155113
Military Code:A-713
Other Marks:13
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13929
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-7 / CTW-1
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Ship / Rig:USS Lexington AVT16
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453444Submit Correction
View count: 428
Slide taken aboard USS Lexington during TA-4J carrier qualifications for VT-7 Student Naval Aviators. This TA-4J is clearing the landing area (note speed brakes still open). A successful qualification is six arrested landings and six catapult shots. After the last catapult, each pilot will hold overhead the ship and when the last of the flight joins up they will return to NAS Pensacola. As they leave another flight of 3 or 4 TA-4Js will be arriving to begin their qualifications.
Registration / Serial:155113
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13929
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:155113
Military Code:A-713
Other Marks:13
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13929
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-7 / CTW-1
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Ship / Rig:USS Lexington AVT16
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453444Submit Correction
View count: 428
Slide taken aboard USS Lexington during TA-4J carrier qualifications for VT-7 Student Naval Aviators. This TA-4J is clearing the landing area (note speed brakes still open). A successful qualification is six arrested landings and six catapult shots. After the last catapult, each pilot will hold overhead the ship and when the last of the flight joins up they will return to NAS Pensacola. As they leave another flight of 3 or 4 TA-4Js will be arriving to begin their qualifications.
Registration / Serial:155113
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13929
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158121
Military Code:A-701
Other Marks:01
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14158
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-7 / CTW-1
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Ship / Rig:USS Lexington AVT16
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453433Submit Correction
View count: 474
This VT-7 TA-4J is awaiting being positioned on the USS Lexington's starboard catapult. Student Naval Aviators were required to perform two touch an go and six arrested landings in order to carrier qualify with the TA-4J. All carrier qualification flights were solo, with no instructor in the aircraft. This was near the end of the advanced jet syllabus. This a/c was lost near NAS Meridian, Mississippi on 8 June 1986 due to engine failure. Both crew ejected safely.
Registration / Serial:158121
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14158
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158121
Military Code:A-701
Other Marks:01
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14158
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-7 / CTW-1
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Ship / Rig:USS Lexington AVT16
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453433Submit Correction
View count: 474
This VT-7 TA-4J is awaiting being positioned on the USS Lexington's starboard catapult. Student Naval Aviators were required to perform two touch an go and six arrested landings in order to carrier qualify with the TA-4J. All carrier qualification flights were solo, with no instructor in the aircraft. This was near the end of the advanced jet syllabus. This a/c was lost near NAS Meridian, Mississippi on 8 June 1986 due to engine failure. Both crew ejected safely.
Registration / Serial:158121
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14158
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:Gulf of Mexico / Off-Pensacola [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Region / Country:Florida, United States
Photo Date:10 May 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153683
Alternate Serial:3683
Military Code:14
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13621
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453418Submit Correction
View count: 330
Although not marked as such, this TA-4J was assigned to VA-127 when the slide was taken. Originally built new in 1967 as a TA-4F and converted into a TA-4J in December 1971. Assigned to VA-127 & VFA-127 from 1967 through 1989, then to Training Air Wing 3. Retired to AMARC in either 1990 or 91.
Registration / Serial:153683
Alternate Serial:3683
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13621
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153683
Alternate Serial:3683
Military Code:14
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13621
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453418Submit Correction
View count: 330
Although not marked as such, this TA-4J was assigned to VA-127 when the slide was taken. Originally built new in 1967 as a TA-4F and converted into a TA-4J in December 1971. Assigned to VA-127 & VFA-127 from 1967 through 1989, then to Training Air Wing 3. Retired to AMARC in either 1990 or 91.
Registration / Serial:153683
Alternate Serial:3683
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13621
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153690
Military Code:NJ-01
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13628
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VA-127
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453410Submit Correction
View count: 282
Originally built new in 1967 as a TA-4F, this a/c was converted to a TA-4J in July 1971. It was assigned to VA-127 & VFA-127 from 1971 through 1988. Later assigned to Training Wing 3, Training Wing 1, and finally to VF-45. Retired to AMARC in June 1994.
Registration / Serial:153690
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13628
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153690
Military Code:NJ-01
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13628
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VA-127
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:453410Submit Correction
View count: 282
Originally built new in 1967 as a TA-4F, this a/c was converted to a TA-4J in July 1971. It was assigned to VA-127 & VFA-127 from 1971 through 1988. Later assigned to Training Wing 3, Training Wing 1, and finally to VF-45. Retired to AMARC in June 1994.
Registration / Serial:153690
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13628
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:16 March 1979
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:154290
Military Code:NJ-617
Other Marks:17
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13678
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VF-126
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:5 November 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452808Submit Correction
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Decked out in a U.S. Bicentennial paint scheme. VF-126 was an aggressor squadron based at NAS Miramar, CA. It was disestablished in 1994.
Registration / Serial:154290
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13678
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:5 November 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:154290
Military Code:NJ-617
Other Marks:17
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13678
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VF-126
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:5 November 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452808Submit Correction
View count: 520
Decked out in a U.S. Bicentennial paint scheme. VF-126 was an aggressor squadron based at NAS Miramar, CA. It was disestablished in 1994.
Registration / Serial:154290
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13678
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Alameda - NAS / Nimitz Field (KNGZ / NGZ) (closed)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:5 November 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:154992
Military Code:NP-312
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4F Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13808
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VA-212
City / Area:South China Sea / Off-Central Luzon [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Philippines
Ship / Rig:USS Midway CV41
Photo Date:April 1975
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452472Submit Correction
View count: 367
In April 1975 the USS Hancock (CV-19) was temporarily being used as a helicopter carrier in preparation for the evacuation of U.S. personnel in Saigon. In order for Carrier Air Wing 21 pilots to maintain their carrier qualifications they were allotted deck time aboard the USS Midway for a couple of days. This VA-212 A-4 is conducting a touch and go (tailhook is up). It was later assigned to the Blue Angels. On 13 July 1983 it was involved in a midair collision with A-4F 155029 over Niagara Falls, NY Airport and the pilot perished.
Registration / Serial:154992
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4F Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13808
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:South China Sea / Off-Central Luzon [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Philippines
Photo Date:April 1975
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:154992
Military Code:NP-312
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4F Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13808
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VA-212
City / Area:South China Sea / Off-Central Luzon [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Philippines
Ship / Rig:USS Midway CV41
Photo Date:April 1975
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452472Submit Correction
View count: 367
In April 1975 the USS Hancock (CV-19) was temporarily being used as a helicopter carrier in preparation for the evacuation of U.S. personnel in Saigon. In order for Carrier Air Wing 21 pilots to maintain their carrier qualifications they were allotted deck time aboard the USS Midway for a couple of days. This VA-212 A-4 is conducting a touch and go (tailhook is up). It was later assigned to the Blue Angels. On 13 July 1983 it was involved in a midair collision with A-4F 155029 over Niagara Falls, NY Airport and the pilot perished.
Registration / Serial:154992
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4F Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13808
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Area:South China Sea / Off-Central Luzon [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Philippines
Photo Date:April 1975
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158722
Other Marks:7
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14343
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:Blue Angels
City / Airport:Mountain View - Moffett Federal Airfield (KNUQ / NUQ)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Event:NAS Moffett Air Show 1977
Photo Date:31 July 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452457Submit Correction
View count: 262
This was one of three TA-4J Skyhawks used by the Blues. This a/c was used by the team Narrator and Event Coordinator who is usually a Naval Flight Officer (NFO). They arrive at each show site on Wednesday to ensure everything is in good order tor the airshow. The six show pilots and aircraft arrive on Thursday. 158722 is currently on display at the USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Registration / Serial:158722
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14343
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Mountain View - Moffett Federal Airfield (KNUQ / NUQ)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:31 July 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158722
Other Marks:7
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14343
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:Blue Angels
City / Airport:Mountain View - Moffett Federal Airfield (KNUQ / NUQ)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Event:NAS Moffett Air Show 1977
Photo Date:31 July 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452457Submit Correction
View count: 262
This was one of three TA-4J Skyhawks used by the Blues. This a/c was used by the team Narrator and Event Coordinator who is usually a Naval Flight Officer (NFO). They arrive at each show site on Wednesday to ensure everything is in good order tor the airshow. The six show pilots and aircraft arrive on Thursday. 158722 is currently on display at the USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Registration / Serial:158722
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14343
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Mountain View - Moffett Federal Airfield (KNUQ / NUQ)Map
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:31 July 1977
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153465
Military Code:3F-201
Other Marks:01
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13531
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-22
Location:In Flight
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:22 July 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452099Submit Correction
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TA-4J of VT-22 over the Sierra Nevada Mountains enroute from NAS Alameda, CA. to NAS Kingsville, TX. I took this slide from another VT-22 TA-4J. This flight required a fuel stop at Albuquerque, New Mexico as the TA-4J did not have enough range with adequate fuel reserves to make it in one leg to Kingsville.
Registration / Serial:153465
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13531
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Location:In Flight
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:22 July 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:153465
Military Code:3F-201
Other Marks:01
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13531
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-22
Location:In Flight
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:22 July 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452099Submit Correction
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TA-4J of VT-22 over the Sierra Nevada Mountains enroute from NAS Alameda, CA. to NAS Kingsville, TX. I took this slide from another VT-22 TA-4J. This flight required a fuel stop at Albuquerque, New Mexico as the TA-4J did not have enough range with adequate fuel reserves to make it in one leg to Kingsville.
Registration / Serial:153465
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13531
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Location:In Flight
Region / Country:California, United States
Photo Date:22 July 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:155073
Military Code:3F-241
Other Marks:41
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13889
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-22
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452097Submit Correction
View count: 305
Taxiing out for an airshow demonstration.
Registration / Serial:155073
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13889
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:155073
Military Code:3F-241
Other Marks:41
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13889
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-22
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452097Submit Correction
View count: 305
Taxiing out for an airshow demonstration.
Registration / Serial:155073
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13889
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:155118
Military Code:3F-239
Other Marks:39
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13934
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-22
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452033Submit Correction
View count: 238
155118 leading a flight of two VT-22 a/c taxiing out for a flying display at the airshow. Retired to AMARC on 30 July 1996.
Registration / Serial:155118
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13934
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:155118
Military Code:3F-239
Other Marks:39
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13934
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-22
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452033Submit Correction
View count: 238
155118 leading a flight of two VT-22 a/c taxiing out for a flying display at the airshow. Retired to AMARC on 30 July 1996.
Registration / Serial:155118
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13934
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158500
Military Code:100
Other Marks:CO
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14305
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-21
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452032Submit Correction
View count: 380
Retired to AMARC on 23 June 1993.
Registration / Serial:158500
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14305
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:158500
Military Code:100
Other Marks:CO
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14305
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:VT-21
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Event:Kingsville NAS Airshow 1973
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Photo ID:452032Submit Correction
View count: 380
Retired to AMARC on 23 June 1993.
Registration / Serial:158500
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk
C/n (msn):14305
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
City / Airport:Kingsville - NAS (KNQI / NQI)Map
Region / Country:Texas, United States
Photo Date:3 June 1973
Photo by:Bob ThomasContact
Registration / Serial:N13-155051
Military Code:870
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4G Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13867
Operator Titles:Australia - Navy
Unit Markings:805 Sqn
City / Area:Rotterdam / Harbour [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Netherlands
Ship / Rig:HMAS Melbourne R21
Photo Date:20 July 1977 to 24 July 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:452031Submit Correction
View count: 414
Originally built as an A-4F for the US Navy. Converted to an A-4G for the Royal Australian Navy and delivered August 1971. On 23 January 1979 this A-4G had an engine failure and crashed near Braidwood, NSW. The pilot ejected successfully.
Registration / Serial:N13-155051
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4G Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13867
Operator Titles:Australia - Navy
City / Area:Rotterdam / Harbour [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Netherlands
Photo Date:20 July 1977 to 24 July 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Registration / Serial:N13-155051
Military Code:870
Aircraft Original Type:Douglas A4D Skyhawk
Aircraft Generic Type:McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4G Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13867
Operator Titles:Australia - Navy
Unit Markings:805 Sqn
City / Area:Rotterdam / Harbour [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Netherlands
Ship / Rig:HMAS Melbourne R21
Photo Date:20 July 1977 to 24 July 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact
Photo ID:452031Submit Correction
View count: 414
Originally built as an A-4F for the US Navy. Converted to an A-4G for the Royal Australian Navy and delivered August 1971. On 23 January 1979 this A-4G had an engine failure and crashed near Braidwood, NSW. The pilot ejected successfully.
Registration / Serial:N13-155051
Aircraft Version:McDonnell Douglas A-4G Skyhawk
C/n (msn):13867
Operator Titles:Australia - Navy
City / Area:Rotterdam / Harbour [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:Netherlands
Photo Date:20 July 1977 to 24 July 1977
Photo from:Bob Thomas CollectionContact