This series of photos were taken onboard the USS Leyte (CV-32)
While on station during the Korean War.

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1 The Skyraider loses a wingtip on the turret.
2 The planes engine sputters.
3 Barely misses radio antennae.

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4 Wings are still level as the plane falls.
5 The engine drops off upon impact with the water.
6 The pilot climbs out of the cockpit of his plane, floating high minus engine.