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Most pilots readily volunteered for Pace Chase sorties because it was exciting to<br />
fly formation with the Lady in Black. During my experiences, I was always amazed to<br />
see how the SR could easily out-accelerate the nimble T-38. I had to remember that<br />
when the SR was lightweight because of low fuel, it accelerated easily. While<br />
walking across base, I enjoyed looking up to see the Blackbird arcing overhead with<br />
a white sentinel close beside her.<br />
High above the Sutter Buttes, a '38 chases a heavyweight <strong>Sled</strong>. Fuel is<br />
being dumped to reduce landing weight.<br />
T-38 chases Blackbird through landing.
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