Douglas A2D Skyshark
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The Douglas A2D Skyshark was a turboprop-powered attack aircraft built by the Douglas Aircraft Company for the United States Navy. Work started in 1945, at which time the Navy did not have faith in jet-powered aircraft for carrier-based service. First flight was in 1950. The Skyshark began as a turboprop version of the AD Skyraider, but eventually was an entirely different airplane. Due largely to the failure of the Allison T40 program to produce a reliable engine, the Skyshark never entered operational service. During one notable test flight, the XA2D's propellers broke off.
Specifications (XA2D-1)
Data from Encyclopedia of American Aircraft[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: 1
Performance
Armament
- Guns: 4× 20 mm (0.787 in) T31 cannon
- Other: up to 5,500 lb (2,500 kg) on 3 external hardpoints
Notes
- ^ Baugher, Joe (2001-10-24). "Douglas XA2D-1 Skyshark". Encyclopedia of American Aircraft.
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