https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:F9C-2_Sparrowhawk_fighter...
See that C shaped bit on the left? As the arm is retracted, that C wold ride down to the fuselage to stabilize it as it rose up. Once the plane was inside, they'd close the hatches. Easey-peasey to climb out with a ladder hooked to the cockpit rim.
The plane is pointing up, I imagine it's still powered up to keep tension on that hook. Really something.
Did not see that this retracted. Thanks!
Let me recommend the wiki for a starting point (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parasite_aircraft) for more cool stuff. You're in for a treat :-)
I grew up on adventure pulp fiction and Saturday serials at the local theater. I love that sort of stuff!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:F9C-2_Sparrowhawk_fighter...
See that C shaped bit on the left? As the arm is retracted, that C wold ride down to the fuselage to stabilize it as it rose up. Once the plane was inside, they'd close the hatches. Easey-peasey to climb out with a ladder hooked to the cockpit rim.