 He shot down three more MiGs in Korea, then was sent home, and some pilots alleged it was for losing his wingman.When Salter wrote "The Hunters", his use of Low as a model for Ed Pell was obvious, starting with the nickname "Doc" standing in for the self-ascribed moniker "Dad" used by Low.Controversy over the depiction remained subdued until release of the film, which transformed Pell's character into an immature but likeable pilot who redeems himself after his element lead is shot down while he was off chasing a MiG.