NASAs F-15 takes a pit stop to fuel up at the gas station in the sky

NASA pilot Jim Less and videographer Lori Losey refuel their F-15D #897 aircraft from a KC-135 refueling tanker. NASA is supporting the Edwards Air Force Base F-15 program with safety and video chase expertise. NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center currently flies an F-15D Eagle aircraft for research support and pilot proficiency. NASA research support aircraft are commonly called chase planes and fill the role of escort aircraft during research missions. Chase pilots are in constant radio contact with res