Originally Posted by
uxb99
Hearing rumours (only rumours) that B17 Texas Raiders may have got into difficulties at an air show.
If this is the case hope all are safe.
Originally Posted by
GeeRam
I agree.
Respectfully I disagree. This is not IMC. It is see and be seen. Firstly, the Air boss did not "clear" the Bell. Each pilot must maintain separation. Because the P63 was out of position, it is apparent the pilot pushed a position that was risky, and turned out critical, then fatal.
I don't believe the Bell pilot assumed external "permission" of any kind...
As to "visibility" of the KingCobra. The engine is behind the pilot. The pilot sits six feet closer to the leading edge of the wing, and the snout, not concealing a massive motor, is slimmer than other front engined fighters....
That leaves the clunky framework of the canopy, inferring a discussion to be had...