Bf 109E series with experimental tow hook on spinner

[windhund116]

Anyone have a photo of this experimental hook attached to the spinner of early 109E series?

Thanks!

 

[windhund116]

I found one photo using our friend Google.

AFAIK, the idea was to tow the fighter, in flight, then release it near a combat zone. To help increase its combat range. Here on an E-3. Purely experimental, never used.

 

[mjfur]

Falcon's Messerschmitt Bf 109 Hangar

 

[windhund116]

Thanks!