Silverbolt 104 Posted April 2, 2008 an new "KC strato canopy cleaner"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
column5 62 Posted April 2, 2008 Probably testing the engine's resistance to water-ingestion. I think similar rigs are used for icing tests but they do not seem to be at high enough altitude for that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Erik 1,731 Posted April 2, 2008 The USAF tests their weapon systems and platforms for operational standards and design specs as C5 mentioned using this type of spray nozzle which is part of a PAWSS - Palletized Airborne Water Spray System. They can atomize water by sending bleed air cooled by ram air through the nozzle which mixes with the water for different conditions in simulated testing for ice, rain, and clouds. MIL-STD-210B details the specs for climate extremes and I believe 810C details the test methods if you're interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SayethWhaaaa 245 Posted April 2, 2008 Does that process use a standard KC-135/10/whatever or is it a specialised aircraft? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FastCargo 412 Posted April 2, 2008 I think it's a C-135 specifically modified. There is one in the flight test fleet at Edwards... FastCargo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
