(4K) TA-4J SKYHAWK Startup, Takeoff and landing

The Skyhawk is a relatively lightweight aircraft, with a maximum takeoff weight of 24,500 pounds (11,100 kg), and has a top speed of 670 miles per hour (1,080 km/h). The aircraft's five hardpoints support a variety of missiles, bombs, and other munitions.

Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk

Reg: N524CF

Serial #: 153524

operator: Private (Collins foundation)

[dalezjc]

Ex-Navy here. AE2 stationed at China Lake with VX-5 from 72-76. Worked on A-4s, A-6s, A-7s, Cobras. Loved working on the Skyhawks more than any other jet!

[SkyhawkSteve]

Always good to see a Skyhawk flying! The engine start procedure is a nostalgic pleasure too. I've seen this TA-4F at Oshkosh many years ago. Nice to know it is still airworthy.

[robertboris]

Aviation electrician. Loved this aircraft VT -22 NAS Kingsville.

[jones]

Just now seeing this. I’m guessing this was my last flight in the Collings A-4. It was a great time spanning almost 20 years. My hats off to the Collings family for making this all happen.

[allgood]

Nice!... I miss them down under. ✈️👍🇳🇿

[mayo]

It is written TA-4F on the fuselage end !

[BaconSpaceProgram]

Lol I thought this was a DCS video. The graphics are similar to real life 😂

[jakarta]

Walking under the left intake while carrying the gear pins? Really? Time to have a LONG talk with the start crew.

[alleniirby]

What the hell, a rag in the back pocket on the flight line during a launch amateur hour