The MiG pilots had completely misjudged the Skyraiders, possibly assuming their speed advantage would ensure early victory—only to be outfought in close combat, where the A-1H Skyraider excelled.

Since early March, dozens of pilots from various regions across Vietnam have gathered at Bien Hoa Airport ... and finalized a detailed flight plan and route. "The air force is planning flights to ...

As South Vietnam collapsed under the onslaught of ... The U.S.S. Midway after receiving the United States Air Force HH-53 helicopters in the South China Sea. (Image credit: Wikimedia Commons ...