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    Help with identifying a mechanical part from a Flying fortress

    Thanks for all responses to my question, it is very kind of you to take the time. I did a google search on Grayson Controls as FLYBOYJ suggested and I found this information, Other Aircraft Parts - B-17 AIR DEPOT E17. Airspeed selector valve by Grayson. Double sided name plate standard...
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    Help with identifying a mechanical part from a Flying fortress

    Hello, I just want to give a little more information about the Flying fortress that crashed in South Sweden by giving some links. The first link is a description about the incident (case 152) from Bo Widfeldt's book ''Making for Sweden, part two. The United States Airforce.'' Second World...
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    Help with identifying a mechanical part from a Flying fortress

    Thank you Airframes for your answer. This piece from the Flying fortress is 30cm (12'') long and 16cm (6'') across. Ben West
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    Help with identifying a mechanical part from a Flying fortress

    Hello, I have just taken these photos of a mechanical part from a Flying fortress that crashed in South Sweden on June 21, 1944, and I would be very thankful if someone could help me with identifying what type of mechanical part it is.
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