With the arrival of the B-17F how long did the "E" stick around in the European theater? It was quite prominent in the Pacific and if i recall correctly, North Africa as well. While I can find some photos of them in Europe, I'm unable to figure out how long they were there before they were...
Last autumn I responded to a request from an American lady, for information on a B-17 Crash in Suffolk, England. When I replied, I had no idea of the journey I was embarking on !
The first coincidence was an aviation enthusiast, I had recently sold some books to, lived in the area. However, I...
I've scanned the announcements and news and not found anything indicating that I can't recommend a novel written by my dad in this section, so I'm going to, because it's right in this wheelhouse. If this is against the rules, I apologize and feel free to delete it. (And yes, there's now a movie...
Good Afternoon Everybody:
I'm getting ready to do a 1/48 Nine-O-Nine and I am trying to make it as accurate to the real one as possible, not the one flying right now (sorry Collings Foundation). I have found plenty of photos, some even in color, but there is still one area that eludes me, and...
This new one was just put up by Zeno's Warbirds. I know it's not the 303rd (sorry, Bill), ;) but it's not bad. It covers the group from their Atlantic crossing well into the thick of the fighting.
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-Irish
This will be my next project. I plan to build this as "2nd Patches" a B-17G-DL-30 426th BS, 99th BG, 15th AF, USAAF. Shown is the kit I will be building along with references I have at hand. I have decals on the way as well. Though there are at least 3 pictures of this aircraft that I know of...
I have just published on YouTube the first video in my Getting Started Tutorial series of videos covering the B-17 The Mighty 8th game.
View: https://youtu.be/RMwKq7V0duU
Please check it out and let me know what you think. If you appreciate the video then please "Like" it and subscribe to...
Hi all, I was just wondering if any of you could help identify the planes that were used in the filming of the 1990 film Memphis Belle?
I've already identified the B-17s but looking for assistance on the other aircraft, here's the list that I've managed to put together from various sources but...
Hi all, I'm currently working on a new B-17 project (Boeing B-17 Resource) and in need of some photos of the following three aircraft:
BOEING B-17G – 44-83868
Registration number(s): N5237V
Known as: Tanker 65 at Goleta tanker station
Notes: Flew in to RAF Brize Norton, England in 1983 and now...
Afternoon everyone! (well, it is here in the UK), just wanted to drop a message and say Hi! I live just outside of Cambridge and about 6 miles from the Imperial War Museum Duxford.
Currently working on a new online resource about the Boeing B-17 which I'm hoping to get the first phase launched...
We are pleased to announce that the first volume of Ken's Men Against the Empire will be published next month. You can pre-order your copy from our website. Free personalized autographs are available upon request. This volume covers the 43rd's B-17 era, spanning from the Group's early days...