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Regarding the coloured picture in the previous post, although very difficult to determine, I would say the colour used on the 480th aircraft is Light RAF Mediterranean Blue. Regards

Thanks for the reply guys, this is really helpful. I attached three pics of B-24D 41-23677 (from b24bestweb.com) in different schemes. It indeed looks like it was repainted RAF Mediterranean blue and white before moving to MTO. The yellow 12 was probably added while operating in MTO. Also...

Hey guys, In 1943 the 1st and 2d Anti-submarine squadrons were assigned to the 480th ASG flying out of Northern Africa. These squadrons flew olive drab or white/grey coloured B-24Ds. I have seen some photos of these aircraft supporting a single letter on the aft fuselage next to the USAAF...

Hi guys, I just started my research into standard USAF aircraft colors and markings. Since WWII the USAAF/USAF mostly used Technical Orders to specify the colors and markings used on their aircraft. There is lots of information on the 1941-1945 period and some information on the 1980-present...

Thanks for the reply. I have The Mighty Eighth: Warpaint and Heraldry book and it's very helpful. But I'm looking for official USAAF papers in which the different codes, colors and markings are described and allocated to the groups/wings/squadrons. I.e. the British S.D.0110 paper.

Hi guys I’m currently doing some research into USAAF/USAF colors, finishes and markings. And I found lots of information on the standard colors and camouflages and I’m now looking into the distinctive unit markings. Do you guys know if there are USAAF Regulations, Technical Orders or...

Hi Guys, Does anybody have detailed information (preferably a drawing) on the turret guns used in the P-61? Thanks