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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
 
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium rank {{Specs|rank}} French strike aircraft {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Ground Breaking"]].
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To combat the imminent threat from insurgents in Algeria, France purchased 100+ AD-4s in 1959. Five of the AD-4s were AD-4NAs but all 113 AD-4/Ns were converted to NA configuration by SFERMA. This resulted in the removal of radar equipment and 3-seater AD-4s were reconverted to single-seater versions. The AD-4NAs were deployed in Algeria to fight off the Algerian National Liberation Front. They also saw action in Chad with French mercenaries piloting them. France later sent the AD-4NAs to other countries as they were phased out in the 1970s.
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Introduced in [[Update "Ground Breaking"]], the '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a very strong ground attacker with a multitude of ordnance options. The 20 mm cannons are also incredibly effective against ground targets like light pillboxes and can penetrate the engine decks of some medium tanks. With the addition of custom loadouts, players have a lot of options for making loadouts, since the AD-4NA has access to five unique bombs and four types of rockets. Players can use this as a fighter but should beware of partaking in prolonged dogfights. Enemy fighters can easily exploit the AD-4s immense weight which makes it struggle in vertical manoeuvres.
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
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{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
 
{{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
 
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''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
 
  
 
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| 562 || 542 || rowspan="2" | {{Specs|ceiling}} || 24.0 || 24.6 || 11.5 || 11.5 || rowspan="2" | 600
 
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! Combat !! Take-off !! Landing !! + !! -
 
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| {{Specs|destruction|body}} || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || N/A || 346 || 252 || ~10 || ~4
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| 797 <!-- {{Specs|destruction|body}} --> || {{Specs|destruction|gear}} || N/A || 346 || 252 || ~10 || ~4
 
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! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
 
! Ailerons !! Rudder !! Elevators !! Radiator
 
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{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
 
{{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
 
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{{main|AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-M66A2 (2,000 lb)}}
 
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{{main|HVAR|T10 140|T10 151|Tiny Tim|Mk.13-1 Case (1,927 lb)}}
 
  
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
  
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! [[AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|500 lb AN-M64A1]] bombs
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! [[A.P. AN-MK 33 (1,000 lb)|1,000 lb A.P. AN-MK 33]] bombs
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! [[AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|1,000 lb AN-M65A1]] bombs
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! [[AN-Mk 1 (1,600 lb)|1,600 lb AN-Mk 1]] bombs
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! [[AN-M66A2 (2,000 lb)|2,000 lb AN-M66A2]] bombs
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! [[HVAR]] rockets
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! [[T10 140]] rockets
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! [[T10 151]] rockets
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! [[Tiny Tim]] rockets
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! [[Mk.13-6 Case (2,216 lb)|2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case]] torpedoes
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{{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
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* Without load
 
* Without load
 
* 12 x HVAR rockets
 
* 12 x HVAR rockets
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 1 x 1,927 lb Mk.13-1 Case torpedo
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* 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (2,000 lb total)
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* 2 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (500 lb total)
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x Tiny Tim rockets (2,000 lb total)
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* 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,500 lb total)
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
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* 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
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* 12 x HVAR rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (4,000 lb total)
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* 3 x 1,000 lb A.P. AN-MK 33 bombs (3,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
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* 3 x 1,600 lb AN-Mk 1 bombs (4,800 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 1 x 1,927 lb Mk.13-1 Case torpedo
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* 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (4,000 lb total)
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* 1 x 2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case torpedo
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
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* 2 x Tiny Tim rockets + 12 x HVAR rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (2,000 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,500 lb total)
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* 24 x T10 140 rockets + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
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* 2 x Mk 78 incendiary bombs
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 1 x 1,927 lb Mk.13-1 Case torpedo
 
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (4,000 lb total)
 
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
 
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
 
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 2 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (2,000 lb total)
 
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* 24 x T10 151 rockets + 2 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,000 lb total)
 
  
 
== Usage in battles ==
 
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=== Pros and cons ===
 
=== Pros and cons ===
 
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'''Pros:'''
 
'''Pros:'''
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* Multitude of ground ordnance
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* Strong guns with sufficient velocity
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* Can turn tightly
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* Airspawn in Air Realistic Battles
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* Engine is well armoured from ground fire
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* Self-sealing fuel tank
  
 
'''Cons:'''
 
'''Cons:'''
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* Slow for its BR, especially when facing jets
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* No airbrake
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* Poor manoeuvring energy retention
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* Very heavy
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* Guns are mounted on the wings
  
 
== History ==
 
== History ==
 
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[[File:French AD-4NA Serial Number 125716.jpg|thumb|French AD-4NA (BuAer 125716 "F-AZFN")]]
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In 1959, France bought 118 AD-4s with some being different variants. 88 AD-4Ns, 20 AD-4s, and 5 AD-4NAs were acquired by France. The AD-4Ns and AD-4s were converted to AD-4NA standard by SFERMA (Société Française d'Entretien et de Réparation de Matériel Aéronautique), a subsidiary of SNCASO to repair and/or overhaul military and civil aircraft. Immediately, the AD-4NAs were sent to Algeria to fight against the Algerian National Liberation Front. The Skyraiders saw massive success in the counter-insurgency role and fought from 1960 till the Independence of Algeria in 1963.
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Some of the AD-4s were sent to Chad and were flown by French mercenaries against the Libyan army. A few more AD-4s went to Gabon and were also flown by French pilots. The AD-4s flown by the mercenaries fought till 1982 when they were left abandoned at N'Djamena airport. In 1986, these parked AD-4s were discovered by the AMPAA and two were allowed to be sent back to France. BuAer 125716 was restored in Niamey and took off with its final destination in Melun and redesignated "F-AZFN". BuAer 126959 had carburettor issues and later underwent a ferry flight from Niger to France. After, 126959 was transported via ship to California and was redesignated "N2088V".
  
 
== Media ==
 
== Media ==
 
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[[File:Douglas AD-4NA Skyraider 127002.jpg|thumb|French AD-4NA S/N 127002, the inspiration for the in-game livery of the aircraft.]]
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* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=douglas_ad_4na_france Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
  
 
== See also ==
 
== See also ==
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;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
 
;Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era
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* [[AM-1]]
 
* [[AM-1]]
  
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* ''other literature.'' -->
 
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* ''topic on the official game forum;''
 
* ''topic on the official game forum;''
 
* ''other literature.''
 
* ''other literature.''

Latest revision as of 18:46, 14 July 2024

Rank VI | Premium | Golden Eagles
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This page is about the strike aircraft AD-4NA (France). For other versions, see AD Skyraider (Family).
▄AD-4NA
douglas_ad_4na_france.png
GarageImage AD-4NA (France).jpg
▄AD-4NA
France flag.png France
IV Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
5.7 6.0 5.7
Class:
PREMIUM
Purchase:6 090 Specs-Card-Eagle.png
Show in game

Description

To combat the imminent threat from insurgents in Algeria, France purchased 100+ AD-4s in 1959. Five of the AD-4s were AD-4NAs but all 113 AD-4/Ns were converted to NA configuration by SFERMA. This resulted in the removal of radar equipment and 3-seater AD-4s were reconverted to single-seater versions. The AD-4NAs were deployed in Algeria to fight off the Algerian National Liberation Front. They also saw action in Chad with French mercenaries piloting them. France later sent the AD-4NAs to other countries as they were phased out in the 1970s.

Introduced in Update "Ground Breaking", the ▄AD-4NA Skyraider is a very strong ground attacker with a multitude of ordnance options. The 20 mm cannons are also incredibly effective against ground targets like light pillboxes and can penetrate the engine decks of some medium tanks. With the addition of custom loadouts, players have a lot of options for making loadouts, since the AD-4NA has access to five unique bombs and four types of rockets. Players can use this as a fighter but should beware of partaking in prolonged dogfights. Enemy fighters can easily exploit the AD-4s immense weight which makes it struggle in vertical manoeuvres.

General info

Flight performance

Max speed
at 5 821 m587 km/h
Turn time23 s
Max altitude8 900 m
EngineWright R-3350-26WD
TypeRadial
Cooling systemAir
Take-off weight10 t
Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 5,822 m) 		Max altitude
(metres) 		Turn time
(seconds) 		Rate of climb
(metres/second) 		Take-off run
(metres)
AB RB AB RB AB RB
Stock 562 542 8900 24.0 24.6 11.5 11.5 600
Upgraded 621 587 22.2 23.0 20.9 15.5

Details

Features
Combat flaps Take-off flaps Landing flaps Air brakes Arrestor gear
X ✓ ✓ X X
Limits
Wings (km/h) Gear (km/h) Flaps (km/h) Max Static G
Combat Take-off Landing + -
797 680 N/A 346 252 ~10 ~4
Optimal velocities (km/h)
Ailerons Rudder Elevators Radiator
< 460 < 480 < 410 > 300

Survivability and armour

Crew1 person
Speed of destruction
Structural0 km/h
Gear680 km/h

Examine the survivability of the aircraft. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical aircraft systems.

Modifications and economy

Repair cost
AB1 929 Sl icon.png
RB2 996 Sl icon.png
SB5 350 Sl icon.png
Crew training10 000 Sl icon.png
Experts340 000 Sl icon.png
Aces1 200 Ge icon.png
Research Aces1 140 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
Talisman.png 2 × 110 / 190 / 600 % Sl icon.png
Talisman.png 2 × 178 / 178 / 178 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
Mods aerodinamic fuse.png
Fuselage repair
Mods radiator.png
Radiator
Mods armor frame.png
Airframe
Mods compressor.png
Compressor
Mods aerodinamic wing.png
Wings repair
Mods new engine.png
Engine
Mods armor cover.png
Cover
Mods metanol.png
Engine injection
Mods ammo.png
anm3_belt_pack
Mod arrow 1.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
SBC mk.I
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods napalm fire bomb.png
Mk78
Mods pilon torpedo.png
TC mk.I
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon rocket.png
LFRC mk.12
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods weapon.png
anm3_new_gun
Mods pilon bomb.png
MBC mk.I
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon rocket.png
Matra T10 140
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods pilon bomb.png
LBC mk.I
Mods pilon rocket.png
Matra T10 151

Armaments

Offensive armament

Main article: M3 (20 mm)

The AD-4NA (France) is armed with:

  • 4 x 20 mm M3 cannons, wing-mounted (200 rpg = 800 total)

Suspended armament

The AD-4NA (France) can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Hardpoints AD-2.png
250 lb AN-M57 bombs 1 1
500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs 1 1 1
1,000 lb A.P. AN-MK 33 bombs 1 1 1
1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs 1 1 1
1,600 lb AN-Mk 1 bombs 1 1 1
2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bombs 1
Mk 78 incendiary bombs 1 1
HVAR rockets 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
T10 140 rockets 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
T10 151 rockets 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Tiny Tim rockets 1 1
2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case torpedoes 1
Default weapon presets
  • Without load
  • 12 x HVAR rockets
  • 2 x Tiny Tim rockets
  • 24 x T10 140 rockets
  • 24 x T10 151 rockets
  • 2 x 250 lb AN-M57 bombs (500 lb total)
  • 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,500 lb total)
  • 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
  • 3 x 1,000 lb A.P. AN-MK 33 bombs (3,000 lb total)
  • 3 x 1,600 lb AN-Mk 1 bombs (4,800 lb total)
  • 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
  • 1 x 2,216 lb Mk.13-6 Case torpedo
  • 2 x Tiny Tim rockets + 12 x HVAR rockets + 1 x 2,000 lb AN-M66A2 bomb (2,000 lb total)
  • 24 x T10 140 rockets + 3 x 1,000 lb AN-M65A1 bombs (3,000 lb total)
  • 24 x T10 151 rockets + 3 x 500 lb AN-M64A1 bombs (1,500 lb total)
  • 2 x Mk 78 incendiary bombs

Usage in battles

Describe the tactics of playing in the aircraft, the features of using aircraft in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).

Manual Engine Control

MEC elements
Mixer Pitch Radiator Supercharger Turbocharger
Oil Water Type
Controllable Controllable
Auto control available 		Controllable
Auto control available 		Controllable
Auto control available 		Separate Controllable
2 gears 		Not controllable

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Multitude of ground ordnance
  • Strong guns with sufficient velocity
  • Can turn tightly
  • Airspawn in Air Realistic Battles
  • Engine is well armoured from ground fire
  • Self-sealing fuel tank

Cons:

  • Slow for its BR, especially when facing jets
  • No airbrake
  • Poor manoeuvring energy retention
  • Very heavy
  • Guns are mounted on the wings

History

French AD-4NA (BuAer 125716 "F-AZFN")

In 1959, France bought 118 AD-4s with some being different variants. 88 AD-4Ns, 20 AD-4s, and 5 AD-4NAs were acquired by France. The AD-4Ns and AD-4s were converted to AD-4NA standard by SFERMA (Société Française d'Entretien et de Réparation de Matériel Aéronautique), a subsidiary of SNCASO to repair and/or overhaul military and civil aircraft. Immediately, the AD-4NAs were sent to Algeria to fight against the Algerian National Liberation Front. The Skyraiders saw massive success in the counter-insurgency role and fought from 1960 till the Independence of Algeria in 1963.

Some of the AD-4s were sent to Chad and were flown by French mercenaries against the Libyan army. A few more AD-4s went to Gabon and were also flown by French pilots. The AD-4s flown by the mercenaries fought till 1982 when they were left abandoned at N'Djamena airport. In 1986, these parked AD-4s were discovered by the AMPAA and two were allowed to be sent back to France. BuAer 125716 was restored in Niamey and took off with its final destination in Melun and redesignated "F-AZFN". BuAer 126959 had carburettor issues and later underwent a ferry flight from Niger to France. After, 126959 was transported via ship to California and was redesignated "N2088V".

Media

French AD-4NA S/N 127002, the inspiration for the in-game livery of the aircraft.
Skins

See also

Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era

External links

Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:

  • topic on the official game forum;
  • other literature.


Douglas Aircraft Company
Strike Aircraft  A-20G-25 · A-26B-10 · A-26B-50 · AD-2 · AD-4 · A-1H
Bombers  TBD-1 · B-18A · SBD-3 · BTD-1 · A-26C-45 · A-26C-45DT
Turboprops  A2D-1
Jet Aircraft  F3D-1 · F4D-1
A-4 Skyhawk  A-4B · A-4E Early
Export  ▄Havoc Mk I · ▄Boston Mk I · ▄DB-7 · ▂A-20G-30 · ▄AD-4 · ▄AD-4NA
A-4 Skyhawk  A-4H · A-4E Early (M) · Ayit · A-4E
  The Douglas Aircraft Company merged with McDonnell Aircraft Corporation in 1967 to form McDonnell Douglas.

France twin-engine fighters and strike aircraft
Twin-engine fighters  Potez 630 · Potez 631 · VB.10C-1 · VB.10-02
Strike aircraft  Br.693AB2 · ▄AD-4 · ▄AD-4NA
Netherlands 
Twin-engine fighters  ◗Fokker G.IA
Strike aircraft  ◘Firefly F.Mk.IV

France premium aircraft
Fighters  D.371 H.S.9 · Pallier's D.510 · ▄P-39Q-25 · ▄P-40F-5 Lafayette · ▄P-47D-22-RE · F-6C-10-NA
  M.B.152C1 · ▄Yak-3 · Challe's ▄Yak-9T · NC.900 · S.O.8000 Narval
Jet fighters  ◘Sea Hawk Mk.50 · Milan · Mirage F1C-200
Strike aircraft  ▄AD-4NA · F-84F IAF
Bombers  Late 298D · ▄PBY-5A Late
Jet bombers  Vautour IIA IDF/AF · S.O.4050 Vautour IIN

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