Recent content by Mortain44

RS ... I'll send an email, but back when I researched, I didn't find anything of substance, and have no info myself. I believe that my Uncle Freddie may have have caught a ride back home from the Phillipines on the plane (is it called "deadheading" if you're not a pilot?). He was an...

Thanks again, Paul. I've begun researching some of the unit websites based on your pdf listing. :idea: I think your list will be of great assistance. I'm also considering the purchase of a couple of books specific to B-17s in the Pacific. Vic

Thanks, Paul ... I really appreciate the effort. I understand that there are records of either tail numbers or serial numbers, so it would be great if I can get a photo with the tail number ... then I can research. I am kicking myself for missing out on the photo on ebay, as I believe it...

I am looking for photo and/or information on a Pacific Theatre B-17 nicknamed "Knucklehead". If anyone can post, send or refer me to a photo ... great! I missed an earlier opportunity to get a ground photo of the plane with flight crew. Any assistance is appreciated! Internet searches aren't...

I am looking for photo and/or information on a Pacific Theatre B-17 nicknamed "Knucklehead". If you can post a photo ... great! I missed an earlier opportunity to get a ground photo of the plane with flight crew. Any assistance would be appreciated! Thanks.