Pilots and navigators of Tu-160 airplane crews practice in-fli | MoD Russia
Pilots and navigators of Tu-160 airplane crews practice in-flight refuelling
Crews of Tu-160 strategic missile carriers have practiced in-flight refuelling from Il-78 aerial refuelling tanker. The aircraft departed from different airfields.
Refuelling was practiced at an altitude of over 6,000 metres and at a speed of about 600 kph.
The training has involved both experienced crewmen, as young officers.
