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LTV A-7D Corsair II

LTV A-7D Corsair II

Ling-Temco-Vought created the A-7 to meet a US Navy requirement for an attack aircraft to replace the A-4 Skyhawk. The A-7 inherited much of its design from Vought’s supersonic F-8 Crusader fighter.

LTV proposed its A-7 to the Air Force as an attack aircraft to replace the A-1 Skyraider and F-100 Super Sabre. The D-model of the A-7 was built to the Air Force’s requirements, incorporating many advanced systems, including a more powerful engine, a heads-up display (HUD) that projected flight information onto the windscreen, a computerized navigation and bombing system, and a 20 mm rotary cannon.

After extensive service during the Vietnam War, the Air Force turned over most of its A-7Ds to Air National Guard units.

The A-7D Corsair II on display at Wings Over the Rockies went directly from the factory to the 120th Tactical Fighter Squadron of the Colorado Air National Guard’s 140th Tactical Fighter Wing in 1974. During its 18 year career with the Guard, it participated in many exercises and deployments. During a deployment to the Netherlands in 1976, the airplane was named Speedwell to celebrate the friendship between the Colorado Air National Guard and the town hosting them. Speedwell was the name of the ship that took Dutch Pilgrims to Plymouth, England, for their trip to America in 1620. In 1981, the squadron won the Air Force Worldwide Gunnery Competition (nicknamed Gunsmoke).

The aircraft is on loan from the National Museum of the US Air Force.

Aircraft specifications:
Wingspan: 38 ft 8 in (11.8 m)
Length: 46 ft 1 in (14 m)
Maximum speed: 663 mph (1,067 km/h)
Maximum weight: 39,325 lb (17,838 kg)
Crew: One
Engine: Allison TF-41A turbofan
Thrust: 14,250 lbf (63.4 kN)

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Upcoming Events

Saturday May 24
10:00AM TO 2:00PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Vintage Showcase

Vintage Showcase
Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Take a step back in time at the Vintage Showcase at Exploration of Flight!

Join us for a showcase of vintage aircraft, classic cars and unique local vendors. Check out beautifully preserved planes including a 1958 Beechcraft BE95 Travel-Air, 1948 Luscombe and Wings’ own 1977 Varga 2150A Kachina with factory original paint and upholstery. Stroll among iconic cars like a 1953 Packard Caribbean, 1968 Chevy Chevelle SS, 1989 Volvo and more. Dress up in your favorite retro wear and shop for vintage treasures in the hangar from local vendors!

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Food Truck: Colorado Coney Company
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Featured aircraft and vehicles are subject to change. 

Sunday Jun 1
12:00PM TO 5:00PM
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New Exhibit Opening: 2theXtreme

New Exhibit Opening: 2theXtreme
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 | 12:00PM to 5:00PM

Our newest exhibit 2theXtreme opens on June 1!

This summer, experience 2theXtreme, a hands-on exhibit at Wings Over the Rockies™ Air & Space Museum! With 20 different interactive stations, discover how math powers the world around us – from skateboarding and Mars rovers to robotics and music. You can race a snowboard, drive a rover, create a 360° freeze-motion video and so much more. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, visit 2theXtreme and learn how math shapes our world and helps us soar!

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This high-energy, interactive exhibit is included in the price of admission and will be at the Air & Space Museum through September 7.

Friday Jun 6
10:00AM TO 8:00PM
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Evening at the Museum

Evening at the Museum
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Join us for an elevated experience during extended hours! Don’t miss Evening at the Museum, when the Air & Space Museum stays open late until 8:00 p.m., giving you more time to explore our aircraft, exhibits and immersive experiences. Whether you’re heading over after work or looking for a unique evening out, this is your chance to experience the museum in a whole new light.

Enjoy your night at the museum!

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