How Pilots Avoid Wingtip Vortices While Tanking
Apr 11, 2025
Join me in the cockpit for a thrilling tanker drag over Kuwait in the EA-18G Growler! In this video, I stay connected to the refueling hose for 13 minutes and 5 seconds, taking on over 13,000 pounds of fuel. That's roughly equivalent to filling up 129 car gas tanks or about five hot tubs worth of fuel. Get ready for a fun and unique way to measure aerial refueling. Don't forget to check out the links below for more voiceovers and behind-the-scenes action from the world of air-to-air tanking!