The Douglas F4D Skyray (later redesignated F-6 Skyray) is an American carrier-based supersonic fighter/interceptor designed and produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company. It was the first naval fighter to exceed the speed of sound in level flight and the last fighter produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company prior to its merger with McDonnell ...

The F4D Skyray emerged from a study of delta-wing technology in aviation design. Built as a high-speed, high-altitude interceptor, the F4D holds the distinction of being the first carrier...

Sep 14, 2022 · The F4D Skyray (affectionately nicknamed the "Ford" for its "F", "Four" and "D" used in the designation) stemmed from a 1947 United States Navy requirement to field a competitive Mach 1-capable, high-altitude interceptor.

The F4D Skyray holds the distinction of being the first carrier-launched aircraft to hold the worlds absolute speed record at 752.943 miles per hour. It was also the first fighter aircraft of the United States Navy as well as the United States Marine Corps that could surpass Mach 1 in level flight.

Mar 3, 2025 · The Douglas F4D Skyray (later redesignated F-6 Skyray) is an American carrier-based supersonic fighter/interceptor designed and produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company. It was the first naval fighter to exceed the speed of sound in level flight and the last fighter produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company prior to its merger with McDonnell ...

On October 3, 1953, Lieutenant Commander James B. Verdin reached as speed of 752.944 M.P.H. in the XF4D-1 over a three-kilometer course, the Skyray becoming the first carrier aircraft to hold the absolute world’s speed record. In 1958, Marine Major Edward N. LeFaivre demonstrated the aircraft’s climbing capability, breaking five world’s ...

The Douglas F4D Skyray (later redesignated F-6 Skyray) was an American carrier-based supersonic fighter/interceptor built by the Douglas Aircraft Company. Although it was in service for a relatively short time and never entered combat, it …

Aug 16, 2020 · The Skyray was the first and last delta wing carrier aircraft for the U.S. Navy. It was also the last Douglas fighter accepted by the military. Douglas built 420 Skyrays.

The Douglas F4D Skyray (later redesignated F-6 Skyray) is an American carrier-based fighter/interceptor built by the Douglas Aircraft Company.

F4D (F-6A) Skyray. The F4D was the only delta-wing design to enter service aboard US carriers, along with the tail-winged Cutlass.