UPL 14299
IMAGELt. James W. Russell of the 335th Fighter Squadron, aided by his crew chief, S/Sgt William A. Taylor, drains water from an RAF "Frank" G-suit. The 4th Fighter Group tried this this type of protection against the high G-loads encountered in combat.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 4th Fighter Group 335th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-694186
- Highest Rank: Lieutenant Colonel
- Role/Job: Fighter Pilot
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 335th Fighter Squadron
- Highest Rank: Staff Sergeant
- Role/Job: Crew Chief
Locations
- Site type: Airfield