5 Facts To Know About The Grumman A-6E Intruder: US Navy & Marine Corps’ Cold War Versatile Bomber

The Grumman A-6 was designed as an all-weather attack aircraft to fulfill the requirements of the Bureau of Aeronautics to replace the Douglas A-1 Skyraider. The low-altitude aircraft was known for its speed, agility, and payload capacity. Simple Flying lists the notable features of the A-6E Intruder.