Air Show
Sep 25, 2023 09:21:27 #
Sep 25, 2023 09:23:14 #
Sep 25, 2023 11:11:23 #
alberio wrote:
The truck is jet powered and makes a fast pass down the runway at well over 200mph and needs the drag chute to help him slow down. It usually is coordinated with a high speed aircraft coming from behind and when the aircraft gets even with the truck, the truck starts its high speed run to catch the plane. It's pretty amazing how quickly the truck accelerates. Much like rocket and jet powered dragster. You have to be there to experience the event to fully appreciate it.
Thanks much alberio. I am familiar with chutes (and the reason for them) on dragsters but never saw them on a truck next to a fiery explosion. Your post was much appreciated.
Sep 25, 2023 17:43:11 #
kmpankopf
Loc: Mid-Michigan; SW Pennsylvania
BE KIND wrote:
Can you help me understand the nature and purpose of the truck and parachutes?
It is entertainment.
Sep 26, 2023 21:46:46 #
Sep 27, 2023 18:14:47 #
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