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Douglas AD-4W Skyraider - Skyraider AEW. 1 WT121 (WT983)
Douglas AD-4W Skyraider / Skyraider AEW.1 WT121 (WT983) (msn 7427, ex USN 124121, WT983 never applied), of the Fleet Air Arm Museum, seen at an RNAS Yeovilton air display. (Painted with the incorrect serial WT121, by Douglas before delivery. The correct serial. WT983, was never applied) Date: circa 2000
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2000 Applied Correct Incorrect Mode Rnas Serial Skyraider Yeovilton Delivery Douglas Fleet
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This evocative photograph captures the Douglas AD-4W Skyraider AEW.1 WT121 (WT983), an iconic aircraft of the Fleet Air Arm Museum, during an air display at RNAS Yeovilton around the year 2000. The Skyraider, with the registration number WT121 incorrectly painted on its side, is actually the WT983 (msn 7427) that was originally assigned the US Navy serial number 124121. The Douglas AD-4W Skyraider, also known as the Skyraider AEW.1, was a versatile and formidable aircraft used by the US Navy and the Royal Navy for various roles, including anti-submarine warfare, ground-attack, and electronic warfare. This particular aircraft, despite the incorrect serial number, is a testament to the Skyraider's enduring legacy. The Skyraider in the photograph was delivered by Douglas with the incorrect serial number WT121, which was never actually applied to the aircraft during its service with the US Navy or the Royal Navy. The correct serial number, WT983, was never applied to this aircraft. The Douglas AD-4W Skyraider, with its distinctive propeller and large wingspan, is a true icon of aviation history. Its presence at the RNAS Yeovilton air display showcases the rich heritage of the Fleet Air Arm and the Royal Navy's aviation capabilities. This photograph, from The Tony Lovelock Collection, offers a unique glimpse into the past, highlighting the timeless allure of this remarkable aircraft.
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