"Ed Rasimus" wrote
The big guys to bombers, small guys to fighters concept is strictly an
urban legend. And, it isn't simply related to Century Series--take a
look at Robin Olds, 6' 2" and a solid 220 for most of his flying
years. That means starting with his WW II experience in P-38s and 51s.
I love the picture of Chappie James who is overflowing the F-4 cockpit,
while his backseater looks like his helmet is too big, and is so small you
could put two of him in there. I think it was in the GPO printed
USAF Aces and Aerial victories book.
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