How about a A-1E "Skyraider" for Strike Fighter !!

[Jetson 0]

Hello;

 

Has anyone thought about taking the Skyraider and converting it over to the A-1E that was used in Nam ??? :D :D :D

It sure wouldbe a good add-on for this Sim !!!

If, anyone needs info on it just give me a shout and i will send the info to you !! :) :) :)

 

Cheers.................................................................Jetson/Wally

[+Fates 63]

The A1-H "Skyraider" has been done quite well....

 

 

 

[Guest Ranger332]

 

In 1963, the U.S. Air Force began a program to modify the AD-5 Skyraider for service in Vietnam and redesignated it the A-1E. Because of its ability to carry large bomb loads, absorb heavy ground fire, and fly for long periods at low altitude, the A-1E was particularly suited for close-support missions.

 

 

The aircraft's middle compartment can be readily equipped with passenger seats, facilities for litters or provisions for carrying heavy cargo.

 

it seens all it would take is a mod of the canopy and a revamp of the torq and eng stats.

[Guest MrMudd]

We have one here at the Museum. It was painted to be a replica of a Local USAF Sandy Pilot.

 

He was Awarded the Medal of Honor for his action in this particular aircraft during the Vietnam conflict.

[Jetson 0]

Fates;

 

Yes, I know that the A-1H is available for Strike Fighter which is a single seater. I'm talking about the A-1E that has the enlongated canopy and was used for Helicopter Rescue of downed Airmen in Nam !! Since it could carry large ordanance and loiter for long periods of time it was well suited for that mission and it wouldbe a welcomed a/c in Strike Fighter (lol) !!!

Just thought i'd post the message to see if anyone was interested in converting it !!! If I had 3d Design Studio I would do it myself..but I do not own a copy of the Program so I have to rely on others that mightbe willing to do so !!! I, can provide drawings and other material for anyone that mightbe interested.....just a thought !!! :) :) :) :)

 

Cheers........................................................................Jetson/Wally

[Guest MrMudd]

Major Bernard F. Fisher's Medal of Honor Citation

 

 

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. On that date, the Special Forces camp at A Shau was under attack by 2,000 North Vietnamese Army regulars. Hostile troops had positioned themselves between the airstrip and the camp. Other hostile troops had surrounded the camp and were continuously raking it with automatic weapons fire from the surrounding hills. The tops of the 1,500-foot hills were obscured by an 800 foot ceiling, limiting aircraft maneuverability and forcing pilots to operate within range of hostile gun positions, which often were able to fire down on the attacking aircraft. During the battle, Maj. Fisher observed a fellow airman crash land on the battle-torn airstrip. In the belief that the downed pilot was seriously injured and in imminent danger of capture, Maj. Fisher announced his intention to land on the airstrip to effect a rescue. Although aware of the extreme danger and likely failure of such an attempt, he elected to continue. Directing his own air cover, he landed his aircraft and taxied almost the full length of the runway, which was littered with battle debris and parts of an exploded aircraft. While effecting a successful rescue of the downed pilot, heavy ground fire was observed, with 19 bullets striking his aircraft. In the face of the withering ground fire, he applied power and gained enough speed to lift-off at the overrun of the airstrip. Maj. Fisher's profound concern for his fellow airman, and at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty are in the highest traditions of the U.S. Air Force and reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of his country.

 

During the Battle of A Shau on March 10, 1966, a C-123 crew flying in the vicinity of the Special Forces Camp taped the actual rescue as it was in progress. The tape was later given to Major Fisher as a souvenir. The recording was not started until after the initial decisions to rescue Major Dafford ("Jump") Myers were made and the first recorded sentences were of Fisher telling fellow Skyraider Pilots (Captains Franciso "Paco" VASQUEZ, 29, of Puerto Rico; John LUCAS, 28, of Steubenville, Ohio; and Dennis HAGUE, 28, of Kellogg, Idaho) how he planned to land on the debris- littered strip where Myers was down. Another pair of Skyraider pilots, Jim GUNTER and Pete HOUK, arrived as the rescue was unfolding. They flew cover for the takeoff portion of the rescue and then continued to hit the Viet Cong positions after the rescue was completed.

 

Capr Richard Robbins composed and performed a song about Bernies mission in Ashau at a promotion party for the man he rescued, new LtCol Dafford "Jump" Meyers. In its original version, the song was not suitable for family listening. Tennessee Ernie Ford modified the lyrics slightly and his rendition appears below.

 

Major Fisher became the first living Air Force Medal of Honor winner when he was presented the medal at a White House Ceremony by then President Lyndon B. Johnson. President Johnson's remarks can be heard below.

 

Following the White House ceremony, Major Fisher answered reporters questions. This session also appears below.

 

The USAF's 50th Anniversary website has an extensive article about Major Bernie Fisher's Medal of Honor mission.

 

The USAF Museum has the A-1E Skyraider that Maj Bernie Fisher flew on his Medal of Honor mission.

 

For more information on this Historic event visit: http://www.skyraider.org/skyassn/fisher/fishermoh.htm

 

Here are some Pictures I photographed of the A1E skyraider today at the HAFB Museum.

[+SkateZilla 49]

speaking of skyraider,

i should be releasing a skyraider pack soon with FM fixes as well as the real A1-H cockpit..

[Guest MrMudd]

8) Looking forward to it.

 

by the way hows the F5E comeing along?