Meaning DROP TANK
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DROP TANK


An extra fuel tank attached to escort fighters--most often the P-38 or P-51--to extend their range for long missions. Once the fuel in the tank was spent, the tank would be ejected by the pilot and th [..]
Source: pacificairwar.org

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DROP TANK


An externally carried auxiliary tank, usually to contain fuel, which may be jettisoned if necessary.
Source: aviastar.org





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