Douglas A-4 Skyhawk

The Douglas A-4N Skyhawk aircraft is a proven and trusted platform for all mission profiles. The A-4N variant was upgraded extensively in-service. The single and dual-seat Skyhawks have been upgraded by Top Aces and have modernized IFR, Tactical Air Navigation System, and ESCAPAC ejection seats for maximum operational flexibility and aircrew safety. In addition, we’re now integrating our proprietary Advanced Aggressor Mission System onto our Skyhawks, allowing our aircraft to simulate the highly advanced capabilities of latest generation air-to-air combat opponents.”

Typical Douglas A-4 Skyhawk Missions

  • Day and night Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training; Weapons Delivery;
  • Adversary Support and Anti-Shipping Attack Training for Naval Forces;
  • “Red Air” Adversary Support for Fighter Forces, including large-scale coalition air exercises;
  • Air-to-Air Gunnery Target Tow; both circular and combat dart missions for Fighter Forces;
  • Electronic Warfare Training for Naval and Fighter Forces;
  • Missile Simulation;
  • (Radar) Profile Simulations;
  • UAV OPs;
  • Night / NVG OPs;
  • RDT&E: Air Carriage/Captive Carry; EW Simulation; Radar/Sensor Development; Systems Test; Target Launch; Photo/Safety Chase; Air-to-Air Refueling (Day/Night/NVG); Test Pilot School Qualification Evaluations;
  • Fighter Transition Training - Basic through Advanced.

Aircraft Statistics

  • Crew: Single and tandem configuration
  • Length: 40.3 ft.
  • Normal T/O weight: 19,850 lbs
  • Engines: 1 P&W J52 P408 Turbojet
  • Speed: 0.9 Mach
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