FULTON AIR-TO-GROUND PICKUP SYSTEM FOR CARIBOU AIRCRAFT

Abstract

The report contains observations, recommendations, and conclusions regarding the joint engineer-user tests of the Fulton Air-To-Ground Pickup System. Also included are the historical background of the system, the principle of operation, and a description of the equipment employed. The test series was satisfactorily completed and justifies concluding the recovery system is safe, reliable, and ready for use with the Caribou aircraft to recover personnel and equipment from land and from water.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1964
Accession Number
AD0600500

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