NASAs F 15 takes a pit stop to fuel up at the gas station in the sky
NASA pilot Jim Less and videographer Lori Losey refuel their F15D, 897 aircraft from a KC135 refueling tanker. NASA is supporting the Edwards Air Force Base F15 program with safety and video chase expertise. NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center currently flies an F15D Eagle aircraft for research support and pilot proficiency. NASA research support aircraft are commonly called chase planes and fill the role of escort aircraft during research missions. Chase pilots are in constant radio contact with res
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