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The Lead Ships had their regular ball turret replaced by a “Radar Dome” that was lowered when in use and stuck down a bit more than the regular ball turret. They were usually white and are seen in a number of our aircraft photos. This dome housed all electronics (Mickey Equipment) used by the VN (Visual Navigator); also referred to as the Mickey Operator [Wally Blackwell].
