Douglass A4 skyhawk on USS Hornet
Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk Transonic Attack / Trainer 158137 The TA-4J "Skyhawk" is a two-seat, lightweight, high-performance aircraft with a modified delta wing. It was manufactured by the Douglas Aircraft Company of Long Beach, CA, and was designed as a training aircraft capable of operating from a carrier or shore base. It is powered by a Pratt & Whitney J52 P6B and can carry a variety of external stores. The TA-4J flew for the first time on December 17, 1968. It entered service with VT-21 in mid 1969. The primary role of the TA-4J was to train carrier pilots. A total of 226 TA-4Js were built. Many TA-4F airframes were converted to TA-4J configuration by removal of their offensive weapons systems. Several TA-4Js were used in support roles, including that of adversary aircraft. Dubbed the “Scooter” by its Navy and Marine pilots due to its legendary maneuverability and outstanding roll rate, the A-4 also became known as "Heinemann's Hot Rod" in tribute to its designer. Specifications * Length: 42’ 7” * Wing Span: 27’ 6” * Height: 14’ 11” * Empty Weight (lbs.): 10,602 * Maximum Takeoff Weight (lbs.): 24,500 * Maximum Level Speed () 675 * Engine: Pratt & Whitney J52-P6A - 8,500 lbs. thrust * Maximum External Load: 6,200 lbs. This aircraft is currently on loan from the National Museum of Naval Aviation.
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Location: Alameda, CA USA
Photo credit: © M / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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