To: Mark17
The streamers are attention-getting indicators that interdiction pins are installed. With the pins in place, the seat can’t launch. In a mishap, it could still ignite.
32 posted on
05/15/2024 6:57:15 AM PDT by
gundog
(It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen. )
To: gundog
Thanks. Since my son flew the T-6 in pilot training, I will also ask his opinion. I am sure they heard about it rather quickly.
34 posted on
05/15/2024 6:59:40 AM PDT by
Mark17
(Retired USAF air traffic controller. Father of Air Force pilot. Both bitten by the aviation bug)
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