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Old 1st Jun 2022, 23:13
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reefrat
 
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Originally Posted by RAFEngO74to09
I assume you are referring to the pogos fitted to the wings - after taxying out, removing locking devices so they fall away on take off - after landing refitting prior to taxying back to hangar.

The white Dodge Charger chase car has a U-2 qualified pilot in it who talks the Aircraft Commander down as visibility from the cockpit is poor and the aircraft is very demanding to fly.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_KFqiDmESI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4qjr-UgXhs
Thanks for that. The wing wheels make a magic appearance in the youtube video
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