[Mark17]

remind me of the old A-1 Skyraider.

I must have worked a million A-1s in Vietnam. The Vietnamese A-1 pilots, were VFR rated only, and sometimes, had to land VFR, in IFR conditions. That was scary.

[rlmorel]

I have an admiration for those SPADS and their pilots. Seemed very much a different breed.

I have a feeling you will greatly appreciate this (I am sure you already saw it): DOUGLAS A-1E SKYRAIDER VIETNAM 1965, narrated by Lt Colonel Thomas A. Dwelle

Probably bring back some memories! Thank you for serving, FRiend.