KC-46A deploys boom and drogues for first time

The first fully-configured KC-46A prototype, EMD-2, deployed its drogue refueling baskets from the centerline and wing tips on Oct. 8. This was followed by the deployment of the boom on Oct. 9.

KC-46 Boom Extension
Boeing photos by John D. Parker

KC-46A drouge

KC-46A centerline drouge

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