Wachovia--Thanks for the memories

[mesaserf]

If I am not shot down by other aviation geeks I believe that is the F105 Thunder Chief affectionately known as “The Thud”. Named after the sound it made when it hit the ground… A close air support attack plane that had one of the highest loss rates of any airframe in country.

I had a flight instructor who flew the thud in Nam for two tours. I still remember his wall display in his office showing his medals including a distinguished flying cross. For a wet behind the ears farm kid in love with aviation he was like a rock star.

Correction!

Sorry, I did not know you were talking to Phantom Fixer. Carry on….