the third-most produced bomber of all time The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is an American four-engined heavy bomber aircraft developed in the 1930s for the United States Army Air Corps A fast and high-flying bomber, the B-17 dropped more bombs than any other aircraft during World War II, used primarily in the European Theater of Operations. Which 4 engine heavy bomber would be the safest to fly in over Europe, during WW2? This one’s a G model, as it has the chin turret. The Boeing B-17 had so ma

The B-17 wasn’t the biggest, fastest, or most widely-used bomber in World War II, but it has become an icon of the air war in Europe. Its defensive firepower, superior handling characteristics, and ability to bring its crews home even with severe battle damage earned it everlasting fame. To make this episode even better, we joined The CAF Gulf Coast Wing's B-17 Texas Raiders - and yes, we are going to get to fly in this incredible aircraft. It's time to go... Behind the Wings! For a complete his

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Boeing B-17D "The Swoose" This aircraft is the oldest surviving B-17 Flying Fortress and the only D model in existence. Originally named Ole Betsy, this B-17D participated in several bombing missions in the desperate weeks after Pearl Harbor. Later named The Swoose, it also served as a transport for the commander of Allied air forces in the Southwest Pacific, Lt. Gen. George Brett. #avgeek #restoration | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force