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Douglas NRA-3B Skywarrior 144825
United States Navy - Douglas NRA-3B Skywarrior 144825, at an air display on 15 May 1965. Built as an A3D-2P photo-reconnaissance bomber, redesignated RA-3B in 1962 and converted for test use as an NRA-3B with the Naval missile Centre at Point Mugu Naval Air Station in California. Date: 1965
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1962 1965 California Converted Missile Mugu Point Redesignated Skywarrior Test Bomber Douglas
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This photograph showcases the Douglas NRA-3B Skywarrior, registration number 144825, of the United States Navy, taking part in an air display on the 15th of May in 1965. Originally built as an A3D-2P photo-reconnaissance bomber, this aircraft underwent a significant transformation in 1962 when it was redesignated as an RA-3B and was subsequently converted for test use at the Naval Missile Centre stationed at Point Mugu Naval Air Station in California. The NRA-3B Skywarrior, a versatile and iconic aircraft of the aviation world, is seen here in its element, soaring through the clear blue sky against the backdrop of the picturesque landscape. The aircraft's distinctive silhouette, with its large wings and tail fin, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the Douglas Aircraft Company. The conversion of the RA-3B from a photo-reconnaissance bomber to a test aircraft marked a new phase in the life of this aircraft. The Naval Missile Centre, located at Point Mugu Naval Air Station, was the ideal location for such testing, given its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the vast expanses of open space required for such experiments. The Douglas NRA-3B Skywarrior, with its rich history and impressive capabilities, continues to be a beloved figure in the annals of aviation history. This photograph, taken during an air display in 1965, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the aircraft in its prime and providing a reminder of the remarkable achievements of the United States Navy and the Douglas Aircraft Company in the realm of military aviation.
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