VA-43 & VF-43Squadron Off-Duty AlbumThis Christmas card was created in November 1960 by a member of VA-43 featuring John T. Gabbard, E3 and one of the first A4D-2Ns received by VA-43 that year at NAS Oceana, VA. The pilot's name on this aircraft (side number 311) is Ltjg. C. E. Garner. In the background can be seen flight line personnel preparing an A4D-1 (no in-flight refueling probe) for flight. Photo from John Gabbard. White Christmas This photo was also used for Christmas Cards. From Don Trask. |
