Model KC-130F and OV-1B Aircraft Air Refueling Flight Compatibility Evaluation
Abstract
The OV-1B and KC-130F are compatible for air refueling when the KC-130F air refueling system is modified by incorporation of a high drag paradrogue canopy. The high drag paradrogue canopy utilized during this evaluation is suitable for service use. Successful probe-drogue engagements were made at airspeeds from 135 to 190 KIAS at altitudes varying from 5,000 to 15,000 ft. The optimum airspeeds and altitude for air refueling are 155 to 160 KIAS at 10,000 ft. Correction of the following deficiencies in the OV-1B is desirable for improved service use: low refueling transfer rate, inability of fuel quantity indicating system to indicate full fuel load with 300 gallon drop tanks installed, and lack of TACAN for tanker rendezvous. Army pilots flying the OV-1B participating in operational AR flights with the KC-130F must be qualified in formation flying, familiar with procedures outlined in the Air Refueling NATOPS Manual and this report, and certified to be qualified by an air refueling instructor pilot.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 02, 1965
- Accession Number
- AD0468088
Entities
Organizations
- Naval Air Station Patuxent River