How The U-2 Dragon Lady Is Landed With The Help Of 140-Mph Chase Cars!

A U-2 Dragon Lady reconnaissance aircraft pilot from the 99th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron explains the role of mobile chase cars at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 22, 2015. Mobile chase car drivers act as a second pair of eyes and ears for U-2 pilots during their launch and landings, making up for the pilot’s limited movement and vision.
Video by Staff Sgt. Estrella Martinez / Thumbnail: U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashley J. Thum