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Douglas AD-4W Skyraider / Skyraider AEW. 1 G-31-12
Douglas AD-4W Skyraider / Skyraider AEW.1 G-31-12 (msn 7850, ex USN 126867, ex RN WV181), seen at RNAY Abbotsinch, circa May 1963 with B-class registration, ready for disposal to Svensk Flygtjanst AB, Stockholm as SE-EBK. Date: 1963
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1963 B Class Disposal Ready Registration Skyraider Stockholm Svensk Douglas
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This photograph showcases the Douglas AD-4W Skyraider AEW.1 G-31-12 (msn 7850), also known as WV181 in the Royal Navy and 126867 in the US Navy, at RNAY Abbotsinch in Scotland, circa May 1963. The Skyraider, a versatile and iconic aircraft, is seen here with a B-class registration, signaling its readiness for disposal. Previously serving in both the US Navy and the Royal Navy, this aircraft was soon to find a new home with Svensk Flygtjänst AB in Stockholm, Sweden, where it would be given the registration SE-EBK. The Douglas AD-4W Skyraider, a twin-engine propeller-driven aircraft, was initially designed for the US Navy as a carrier-based attack aircraft during World War II. However, its versatility led to its adaptation for various roles, including maritime patrol and electronic warfare. The AEW (Airborne Early Warning) variant, like the one depicted in this image, was equipped with radar systems and other advanced sensors to detect and track enemy aircraft at long ranges. The Skyraider's enduring legacy can be attributed to its rugged design, powerful engines, and adaptability. Its service life spanned over four decades, making it a beloved and iconic aircraft in the annals of aviation history. This photograph captures a poignant moment in the Skyraider's history, as it prepares for a new chapter in its life with a Swedish aviation company.
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