Global Aircraft -- A-3 Skywarrior

Primary Function:	Carrier-based nuclear bomber
Contractor:	Douglas
Crew:	Three (pilot, bombardier/navigator, ECM operator)
Unit Cost:	N/A
Powerplant
	Two Pratt & Whitney J57-P-10 turbojet engines rated at 10,500 lb thrust
Dimensions
Length:	76 ft. 4 in
Wingspan:	72 ft. 6 in
Height:	22 ft. 9.5 in
Weights
Empty:	39,409 lb
Maximum Takeoff:	70,000 lb
Performance
Speed:	610 mph
Ceiling:	41,000 ft
Range:	2,100 mi
Armament
	Two 20mm cannons in rear, and up to 12,000 lb of weapons; option for nuclear weapons
Service Life
First Flight:	March 1991 (XA3D-1 prototype) September 16, 1953 (YA3D-1)
End of Service:	March 1991
Number Built:	[280 total]

A-3 Skywarrior Achievements

The Skywarrior was the largest aircraft to routinely operate from an aircraft carrier.

A-3 Skywarrior Photos