Grumman A-6 Intruder facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Grumman A-6 Intruder |
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| Grumman A-6A Intruder of the Squadron VA-165. | |
| Role | Shipborn attack aircraft |
| National origin | USA. |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 1960 |
| Introduction | 1963 |
| Status | Retired |
| Primary user | US Navy. |
| Produced | Out of production. |
The Grumman A-6 Intruder was a powerful attack aircraft built in the USA. It was a twin-turbojet aircraft, meaning it had two jet engines. The plane was made completely of metal. The US Navy used it in important conflicts like the Vietnam War and the Gulf War. Before September 1962, this aircraft was called the Grumman A2F Intruder.
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Meet the A-6 Intruder
The A-6 Intruder was a special type of airplane. It was designed to fly from aircraft carriers. Its main job was to attack targets on the ground or at sea. It could carry many different types of weapons. This made it very useful for the US Navy.
Design and Features
The A-6 Intruder was known for its unique design. It had two powerful jet engines. These engines helped it fly fast and carry heavy loads. The plane was also built to fly in all kinds of weather. This meant it could complete missions even when it was cloudy or rainy. Its strong metal body made it very durable.
A History of Service
The A-6 Intruder first flew in 1960. It officially joined the US Navy in 1963. It played a big role in the Vietnam War. Pilots used it for bombing missions. Later, it was also used in the Gulf War in the early 1990s. The A-6 Intruder served the US Navy for over 30 years. It was retired from service in 1997.
Special Versions
Over the years, different versions of the A-6 Intruder were made. One important version was the Grumman EA-6B Prowler. This plane was designed for electronic warfare. It could jam enemy radar and communications. This helped protect other aircraft during missions.
Images for kids
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YA2F-1 showing the original tilting tailpipes
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An A-6E landing on the aircraft carrier USS America (CV-66), showing the split airbrakes on the tips of its left wing
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An A-6E Intruder aircraft assigned to USS Dwight D. Eisenhower.
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S-3A Viking, A-6E Intruder, and an EA-6B Prowler aircraft are parked on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy during a storm.
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A U.S. Marine Corps A-6 Intruder destroyed by a rocket and mortar bombardment on Da Nang Air Base in 1968 during the Vietnam War
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An A-6E Intruder prepares for launch aboard USS Enterprise
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A-6A of VMA (AW)-242 in 1975
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A-6B on the USS Saratoga in 1971
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A-6C of VA-35 Black Panthers
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A KA-6D refueling an F-14A in 1987
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An A-6E SWIP Intruder of VA-34 flying over Spain during Exercise Matador.
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Final VA-34 A-6E SWIP Intruder launch from the flight deck of USS George Washington, 1996.
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Norden AN/APQ-148 Radar
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A-6F prototype in 1987
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US Marine Corps EA-6A Intruder electronics aircraft of VMCJ-2 Playboys aboard USS America in 1974 during a visit to Scotland.
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A-6E Intruder of VA-52, 1981
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A Grumman A-6 Intruder on display at Grumman Memorial Park
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An A-6 Intruder on display at the Udvar-Hazy Center.
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An A-6F Intruder prototype on display at the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum, New York City
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An A-6E Intruder on display at Patuxent River Naval Air Museum
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Orthographic projection of an A-6 Intruder
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A-6 ordnance, 1962
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See also
In Spanish: Grumman A-6 Intruder para niños
