FIRST FLIGHT REFUELING OF B-52 BY KC-135 | The Archive Project

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Description

Summary: Aerial views of the prototype KC-135 jet tanker refueling a B-52 heavy bomber at altitudes of 33,000 to 36,000 ft and at airspeeds from Mach .79 to Mach .83. (Shot list to follow.) AMS & AMCU right SV KC-135 in flight with B-52D. 8' ACU high angle, boom of KC-135 contacting B-52D. 18' AMS right SV KC-135 in contact with B-52D (two takes). 51' ACU high angle, boom disconnect. 56' AMS right RV KC-135 and B-52D after refueling. Good (Basic: Orig Koda)

Collection

Records of U.S. Air Force Commands, Activities, and Organizations

Series

Moving Images Relating to Military Aviation Activities

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Date

1956-10-03

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TRT

2:09

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