"Nightfighter Ace" is a tribute to the late Captain Guy Bordelon, who holds the unique distinction of being the only U.S. Navy ace of the Korean conflict, the only U.S. pilot to score all five of his victories at night, as well as the only pilot to attain ace status while flying a propeller-driven aircraft. It is also likely that he will forever hold the title of the last "prop ace" in air combat history.
This painting was awarded an honorable mention in the 2004 EAA Sport Aviation Art Competition, and was sold in a charitable auction in support of the Aviation Heritage Park, Bowling Green, Kentucky.