Grumman A-6 Intruder

The A-6 was built to meet the Navy’s need for an all-weather attack fighter. Grumman won the bid and the prototype A-6 flew on April 19, 1960.  Not the prettiest of aircraft, it has a reputation for durability and is consider a workhorse by many battle group commanders. The fact that the A-6 endured for 34 years is a testament to the appeal of this Navy fighter.  This example at the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola was originally delivered to the Navy in 1968 and served with Attack Squadron 196 aboard the USS Enterprise and USS Ranger.

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder

Grumman A-6 Intruder