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Val EI-235 from Shokaku, 1942

Val EI-235 from Shokaku, 1942

Aichi D3A Type 99 code EI-235 from Shokaku, 1942

The pilot had at their disposal a significant tubular sight located in front of the windscreen, which allowed them to aim the machine-guns that fired in the forward direction. Although effective for strafing ground targets, these guns were not particularly useful for air-to-air combat.

Published at 850 × 697 px.
Link to full-size photo: Val EI-235 from Shokaku, 1942