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There is a part (I'd call it a bellhousing) that is at the rear of the propeller blades, and it appears to have been ripped off of the engine assembly--either from a crash, or some other means. On that part there is a set of barely visible numbers. Would that be a serial? Would that number be...

Thanks for the help. After some closer looks, we think we are looking for a setup like a 23E50-473-6477A-6. Searches bring back B-17 or B-24. Does anyone kno where to look for actual serial numbers on this piece?

It appears to have been from a crash. However, the prop was found set up against a sign at the old Amchitka airfield. We (at our USFW Refuge) have photos of it on site as recently as 2000, from an Environmental Assessment performed to check on radiation levels and Remediation and Removal...

Thanks for the legwork. I'm over my head knowing where to look for this information. (Started this account simply because this forum came up when I started the search!) We know it came from Amchitka Island in the Aleutian chain. Thankfully, I did know that that blade number could come...

Hello! I've got a prop that needs some ID help. The only helpful visible marking is the number "6477A-" and "0" or "8". I have attached pictures, and hope that may help. We did find a partial serial number, but it is completely corroded and difficult to read. Thanks for any help!