The Douglas A-20 Havoc (company designation DB-7) is an American light bomber, attack aircraft, night intruder, night fighter, and reconnaissance aircraft of World War II. Designed to meet an Army Air Corps requirement for a bomber, it was ordered by France for their air force before the USAAC decided it would also meet their requirements.

The Douglas A-20 Havoc was a light-bomber, attack and night-fighter and one of the first American aircraft to serve in World War II. First built during the late-1930s, the majority of Havocs served with the Soviets, with the next biggest operator being the US Army Air Force (USAAF), followed by Great Britain.

2021年7月28日 · During WWII, every aircraft in America’s roster of medium bombers was excellent. These were the B-26 Marauder, the B-25 Mitchell, and the A-20 Havoc. The latter was overshadowed by the more famous B-25 and B-26, but was no less capable, and in some ways was better than these aircraft.

2013年1月22日 · The A20 was designed in 1937 to meet an Army specification for a new light bomber. It emerged as a twin-engine, shoulder-wing monoplane with retractable bicycle landing gear and a crew of three. As a bomber the A20 proved fast, was solidly built to

The A-20 Havoc was a versatile light bomber and attack aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) during World War II. It was also known as the Boston in British Commonwealth service and served with distinction in various combat roles, including bombing, ground attack, and night fighter missions.

The Douglas A-20 'Havoc' (company designation DB-7) was an American attack, light bomber, intruder and night fighter aircraft of World War II. It served with several Allied air forces, principally the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) , the Soviet Air Forces (VVS) , Soviet Naval Aviation (AVMF) and the Royal Air Force (RAF) of the United ...

The American A-20 bombers were nicknamed Havoc following British naming scheme shortly after US entered WW2. The first operation involving A-20 Havoc bombers did not take place until 31 Aug 1942, when several of them engaged in an attack from Port Moresby against Japanese positions further north in Australian Papua on the island of New Guinea.

The Douglas A-20 Havoc was a versatile light bomber and attack aircraft that played a significant role during World War II. Designed and built by the Douglas Aircraft Company, the A-20 Havoc was used by several Allied air forces, including the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF), Royal Air Force (RAF), and Soviet Air Forces.

2022年6月21日 · “A-20 Havoc” does justice to an important yet largely forgotten warplane that became a masterpiece of aeronautical versatility. Lavishly illustrated with photos and detailed drawings, it covers the A-20’s development from its inception until the delivery of the final production aircraft in September 1944.

The Douglas A-20 Havoc (company designation DB-7) was an American attack, light bomber, intruder and night fighter aircraft of World War II. It served with several Allied air forces, principally the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF), the Soviet Air …