[USAF aircraft markings with factory-applied non-standard markings - discoveries]

The AF museum in the USA is gathering information to repaint their gray A-1E Skyraider and information like this is very helpful. I would be interested in learning more about these fonts for 132649; the “ultimate” full-scale model.

 

Thank you,

Ken

[A-7 External Tank Question]

Related question. I recently saw a 300 gallon tank likely pulled from the boneyard. It had a painted stencil that said "AERO 1B" and "VA-25". I did not get to see any other placards. The small oval side access panels are not oriented the same, but it otherwise appears to match the dimensions and contour of an AERO 1D. Google doesn't seem to recognize a 1B. Is there such a ting or is it likely a painter error?

 

I may be able to post images later.

 

KC