A-33/Model 8A-5 | |
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General information | |
Type | Attack aircraft |
National origin | United States |
Manufacturer | Douglas Aircraft Company |
Primary user | United States Army Air Corps |
Number built | 36 |
History | |
Introduction date | 1941 |
Developed from | Northrop A-17 |
The Douglas A-33 (Model 8A-5) was an American attack aircraft built in small numbers during World War II. It was an updated version of the Northrop A-17, with a more powerful engine and an increased bomb load. While the A-33 was intended initially for the export market, the entire production run was taken up by the United States Army Air Corps.