The other thing is regarding that drop tank- with the Boston loaded with %100 fuel it only has roughly 30 min of flight, I would for sure use that DT if given the chance. I'd fly a whole lot more bomber missions in Bostons if I could get further. At 12,000, the Boston moves right along at 340mph TAS.
normal or
max cruise settings give you a bunch more range, I normally climb at
mil (which doesnt take long with the boston's outstanding climbrate) then cruise (which is still pretty quick for a buff) at 14-15k. that way you can shallow dive and accelerate down to its critical alt if you get intercepted.
I like bostons, the speed, climbrate and agility makes them tolerable for us fighter chaps
