JU-87 Stuka
This automatically noses the aircraft over into a dive.Red tabs protrude from the upper surfaces of the wing as a visual indicator to the pilot : at the same time the automatic dive recovery system is actuated.The pilot aims the entire aircraft at his target using a simple gun-type sight.Maximum dive speed is around 600 km/h (373 mph) A light on the contact altimeter comes on to indicate the bomb-release point-usually at a minimum hight of 450 m.A knob is depressed on the control column to release weapons and to initiate the automatic pull-out mechanism. Automatically initiates a 6g pullout , returning elevator trim tabs to normal position.Can be overridden by the pilot in emergency.Once nose is above horizon , dive brakes retract , throttle opens and air screw is set to climb.