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How do military planes refuel in the air?

How do military planes refuel in the air?

To complete an aerial refueling, the tanker and receiver aircraft rendezvous, flying in formation. Once in position, the operator extends the boom to make contact with the receiver aircraft. Once in contact, fuel is pumped through the boom into the receiver aircraft.

How much is the A 10 in DCS?

Eagle Dynamics, makers of the venerable DCS: World series of flight simulation products, made a big announcement on Friday. Its most recognized airframe — the ugly but powerful A-10 Warthog attack plane — now has its sequel. Titled DCS: A-10C 2 Tank Killer, the new module enters early access today for $79.99.

How do you air to air refuel?

The Air Force uses flying booms, whereby the receiving planes fly in formation to the tanker. The Navy, Marines and the Army use probe-and-drogue, whereby a flexible hose is used with a drogue or a basket on the end. The probe-and-drogue system can pump 200 to 300 gallons per minute.

Can Air Force One refuel in the air?

Capable of refueling midair, Air Force One has unlimited range and can carry the President wherever he or she needs to travel.

Can you drive tanks in DCS?

Tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, armored personnel carriers, anti-aircraft artillery, and short-range SAMs can all be controlled. Many vehicles have multiple types of weapons like machine guns, main tank guns, and anti-tank guided missiles; all of which can be controlled.

What is the difference between a10a and a10c?

The A-10A is very simplified FC3 aircraft to learn and to get into / learn to battle quicker. The A-10C is a full simulation of many systems that will keep you busy learning and reading for a long time. It was built to train IRL pilots in the transition from the A-10A to C, see pic in that thread I posted above.

Can Air Force One be refueled in the air?

Where are the tanker frequencies on the A-10C?

If you are familiar with TACAN in the A-10C you can skip this part. Once you feel comfortable in close formation it is time to find the tanker. Each tanker has its own TACAN and radio frequency. The frequencies for each tanker can usually be found in the mission briefing.

Where is the TACAN on the A-10C?

First you need to set up your Tactical Air Navigation System, simply referred to as TACAN, located on the right dash. Dial in the frequency as required and set the rotary switch to A/AT/R as it is shown in the picture.

Can a HOTAS Warthog fly with two throttles?

If you have a HOTAS with two throttles like the Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog it helps a lot to make the adjustments just with one throttle at a time. Walk the throttle as pilots say. One of the biggest problems for new pilots is to get used to the fact that you always have to look at your lead when you are flying in formation.

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Ruth Doyle