Visual Assistance Systems for Supporting Contact Maintenance During Air to Air Refueling

Visual Assistance Systems for Supporting Contact Maintenance During Air to Air Refueling
A scale supports the pilot to keep the unrolled hose length within a safe range while fuel is being received. A fuel status indication within the pilot’s field of view allows monitoring of the refueling process without having to divert attention from outside view. The status of the refueling system is indicated by a traffic light display in accordance with applicable air to air refueling standards.