German Mechanics' Fuel Hose

Thick hose connects tank truck to the Nazi Flying Wing, clutched by German mechanics to pump aviation fuel aboard for takeoff. First mechanic grips it steady until the brawl erupts; second mechanic yanks it amid punches and chaos by the roaring propellers, spilling fuel that Indy sprints through, bloodied, to pry open the cockpit and free Marion.

2 appearances

Purpose

Pumps aviation fuel from tank truck into the Flying Wing plane

Significance

Powers Nazis' escape with the Ark, heightening stakes as spilled fuel slicks the airstrip during Indy's frantic rescue amid the brutal fight

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Stakeout and Escalation at the Flying Wing

The fuel hose is the active fueling connection to the Flying Wing; mechanics are handling it at the start of the scene — its presence signals imminent departure and contributes to the later spill when the plane collides with the tank truck.

Before: Connected or being pulled toward the plane to transfer aviation fuel.

After: Left in disarray after crash; fueling interrupted and fuel begins gushing from ruptured tanks.

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S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Locked In as the Wing Roars

The mechanics' fuel hose is part of the refueling operation; it is being pulled and handled when the brawl erupts, contributing to the chaos of spilled fuel and interrupted refueling that leads to greater hazard.

Before: Connected between tank truck and Flying Wing to pump fuel.

After: Disrupted during the fight and refueling; fuel continues to spill from the ruptured truck.

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