Testing of In-Flight Refueling 1944 ...

[Mark Allen M]

[Ken]

Those interested can look up more “hose & reel” info online. I know I t was used operationally by KB-29M tankers supporting RB-50 recon airplanes in the early 50’s; my neighbor had done many of these in the early 50’s and shared several stories.

Ken

[sandiego89]

Thank you for posting! I was aware of the B-29 trials and early use of the hook system, but not the B-24/B-17 trials. Interesting.

[Archer]

Were the tail guns on the B-17 retained to deal with non-paying customers?

(I know... the B-17 was the receiver, but I couldn't resist...).

I was not aware of these trials either. Some interesting photos and documents, thanks!

[Archer]

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