System and method for facilitating aerial refueling

摘要: A refueling system and method for use with a tanker aircraft. The involves the of camera to provide imaging information concerning receiver aircraft processor. processor uses derive closure rate distance as it approaches envelope prior contact boom. also makes from look-up table generate commands that are tailored specific type being refueled. applied pilot's director lights display generates visual or signals (e.g., “UP”, “DOWN”, “LEFT”, “RIGHT”) assist pilot in guiding his/her toward into at desired rate. eliminates potential error pre-contact phase operation by eliminating judgment decisions boom operator when generating display.