144865 — Douglas TA-3B Skywarrior Data
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144865
Douglas TA-3B Skywarrior, c/n 12111
144865 is a Douglas TA-3B Skywarrior (serial number 12111). It is configured with 2 engines and 8 seats. Registration status is listed as Withdrawn from service, with ownership recorded under United States Navy in United States. The profile includes 1 photo documenting this aircraft.
Latest photo of 144865
J.G. Handelman
@ ADW
Airframe Info
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| Model | TA-3B Skywarrior Search all Douglas TA-3B Skywarrior |
| Construction Number (C/N) | 12111 |
| Aircraft Type | Fixed wing multi engine |
| Number of Seats | 8 |
| Number of Engines | 2 |
| Engine Type | Turbojet |
| Engine Manufacturer and Model | Pratt & Whitney J57-P-10 |
Aircraft
| Registration Number | 144865 |
| Mode S (ICAO24) Code | |
| Current Status | Withdrawn from service |
Owner
| Owner | United States Navy |
| Address |
, United States |
User Comments
Curtis Roberts, 2011-10-21 12:50:29
As a young Airman, to Petty Officer Third Class, I maintained three aircraft at Fleet Tactical Support Squadron One, NAS Norfolk, VA from 1970 to 1972. Two Saber Liners, Buno 158282 and 158383, and then the VA-3B Buno 144865. Most of the crew were from the VQ community.
The VA-3B arrived at VR-1 the spring of 1971, and was the first time I had ever maintained an aircraft like the Whale. It has a special place with me and will always be one of the worlds greatest and my favorite aircraft. I am pleased to see that it, now RACO 75 is still flying, although with a Civil Registry Number, it is good to see it again...
The VA-3B arrived at VR-1 the spring of 1971, and was the first time I had ever maintained an aircraft like the Whale. It has a special place with me and will always be one of the worlds greatest and my favorite aircraft. I am pleased to see that it, now RACO 75 is still flying, although with a Civil Registry Number, it is good to see it again...