Photo Pack
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, famously envisioned as an "aerial battleship," was legendary for its ability to take punishment and bring crewmen home from battle with terrible damage. This photo pack captures the design features that allowed many B-17s to limp home, documenting a specific aircraft that served as a stateside transition trainer during World War Two before being used as a chemical sprayer and fire bomber, making it a unique subject with a varied history.
This collection highlights the aircraft's powerful exterior, including its four Wright R-1820-97 Cyclone engines and the impressive armament of 11 machine guns, meticulously documenting the airframe's features that defined its combat reputation and legendary endurance.
Key Specifications:
Span: 103 ft 9 in (31.6 m)
Length: 74 ft 10 in (22.8 m)
Weight, Empty: 35,270 lbs (15,998 kg)
Gross Weight: 55,000 lbs (24,948 kg)
Performance:
Top Speed: 315 mph (507 km/h) at 30,000 ft
Range: 3,500 mi (5,633 km)
Ceiling: 37,500 ft (11,430 m)
This reference is a valuable resource for anyone looking to accurately study or recreate the iconic Flying Fortress.
This collection highlights the aircraft's powerful exterior, including its four Wright R-1820-97 Cyclone engines and the impressive armament of 11 machine guns, meticulously documenting the airframe's features that defined its combat reputation and legendary endurance.
Key Specifications:
Span: 103 ft 9 in (31.6 m)
Length: 74 ft 10 in (22.8 m)
Weight, Empty: 35,270 lbs (15,998 kg)
Gross Weight: 55,000 lbs (24,948 kg)
Performance:
Top Speed: 315 mph (507 km/h) at 30,000 ft
Range: 3,500 mi (5,633 km)
Ceiling: 37,500 ft (11,430 m)
This reference is a valuable resource for anyone looking to accurately study or recreate the iconic Flying Fortress.
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