Bob,
Close.. It's an AAR "Buddy pod" in other words it's a system designed for fighters to refuel each other.
This particular pod only has a very short hose length, so I'd be surprised if it actually see's any service, I'm guessing that this is a trial installation rather than a role fit. These things don't usually go on the A model due to the wing strength.. or lack of, however this aircraft has had the wing spar mods done in support of the Wing Tip Fuel tanks.
Snow Aviation's website has a lot of info on it.
Al
