From: "WDA"
t

Carrying a 2,000 lb. refueling pod on the right wing during recovery aboard
meant we could not trap until we were down to 1,000 lb. fuel. Since it took 250
lb. for a bolter and go-around for another approach we had enough fuel for only
two passes before being sent to altitude to eject. Nevertheless, I chose to
recover in the barricade with only 50 lb. fuel showing on the gage. No ejection
into the Sea of Japan in the winter for yours truly.
WDA

Cripes sakes!!! That must have been "thrilling".
Dave